Senior HR Manager - Industrial Automation

Are you a seasoned HR professional with experience in a global, matrix organization, preferably with exposure to Asian corporate cultures? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact? This could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a Senior HR Manager to join a leading industrial automation company in Amersfoort, Netherlands.

As Senior HR Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing HR strategies across the European region, encompassing 18 operating companies and approximately 1300 employees. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the CFO and President, and navigate a complex matrix structure with a strong influence from the Japanese headquarters.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, then please apply!

Beschrijving

Functieomschrijving Senior HR Manager

As a Senior HR Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and manage the HR function for the European region, covering 18 operating companies and approximately 1300 employees.
• Partner with senior stakeholders, including the CFO and President, to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the global vision.
• Navigate a complex matrix structure with a strong influence from the Japanese headquarters, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
• Oversee and contribute to ongoing HR projects, including global grading, Workday implementation, and leadership training initiatives.
• Manage a team of HR professionals located across different European countries.
• Represent the company in interactions with the Works Council.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment that aligns with the company's values and cultural nuances.
• Deliver operational excellence-overseeing talent processes, performance management, merit increases, restructurings, dismissals, and rewards in line with strategy, compliance, and care.
• Design and implement regional HR policies and practices that bring alignment and consistency across operating companies while honoring local nuances.
• Advise senior management and contribute to strategic data-driven decision-making across the region.
• Champion smarter processes and better ways of working.
• Represent the company's people-first values with empathy, diplomacy, and resolve.
• Manage cross-border HR projects and initiatives that align with global HR policies.

Requirements

Functiecriteria Senior HR Manager

The ideal candidate meets the following requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in a senior HR role within a global, matrix organization.
• Experience working with Asian companies, particularly Japanese corporate cultures, is highly preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Experience in change management and driving HR transformation initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Fluency in Dutch is highly advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload.
• Willingness to be based in Amersfoort, Netherlands, and work from the office 3-4 days a week.
• Expertise in labor law, performance management, compensation, and change management.
• Confidence in advising executive leadership on both individual and organizational HR matters.
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to balance strategy and execution.

Salaris

Offer

The gross annual salary for this position will be around €100,000 to €110,000 including holiday pay. The company also offers a car allowance and other benefits that will be discussed in more detail throughout the interview process. If you believe you possess the necessary skills and experience for this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply!

How we'll proceed. Within four working days we will let you know if you qualify for the position. We will schedule an introductory interview, either digitally or in-person. During this interview we will inform you as fully as possible about the vacancy, the company and the following steps in the procedure. After consulting with you, we will introduce you to our client and then continue to guide you through the application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruiters. Each recruiter has a strong focus on their own area of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both the candidate and the client.