Global Senior HR Business Partner (f/m/x)

SMS group GmbH SMS group is classy worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. In 2023, our team of over 14,400 employees around the world generated sales of more than 3.4 billion euros. We apply our 150 years of experience and our digital know-how to provide the continuous industry with innovative products and processes that extend beyond our core business. We are the right partner for challenging projects and support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their plants and equipment. Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is our stated goal.

Become a part of our future at SMS group GmbH in Mönchengladbach, where we're looking for a Global Senior HR Business Partner (f/m/x)

In this position your daily work and responsibilities will be mainly based on these pillars: Strategic Alignment throughout the global departments Collaborate with department heads to ensure HR strategies are in line with the global business objectives and act as a consultant to them Talent Management Oversee succession planning and leadership development programs to ensure a pipeline of capable leaders Liaise with the local HR People Management on daily operational HR tasks Employee Engagement and Culture Foster a positive organizational culture that reflects the company's values and supports employee engagement across different countries and regions Change Management and Organizational Development Support change management initiatives Identify and address areas for improvement in organizational processes and structures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness In the beginning you will in addition give operational advice and support for assigned departments and you are the first point of contact near for managers and employees in the areas to be supported on all aspects of the employee life cycle.

You have successfully completed a degree in business administration - preferably with a focus on HR - or, for example, a degree in social sciences with knowledge of business administration: A minimum of 8 - 10 years of professional experience in the role of HR Business Partner Experience in a strategically oriented role Strong interpersonal and team skills and intercultural competence Sound communication skills, diplomatic skills and assertiveness paired with cost awareness and a high level of commitment and initiative Fluency in English and German; knowledge of MS Office and ideally SAP HR Willingness to travel visa (approx. 20 %) Affinity for process and digitalization topics

As an innovative and international employer, we offer you a performance-oriented salary package and the opportunity to achieve the ideal family/work life balance, e.g. with our in-house children's daycare center, flexible working hour models, and hybrid working options. JOBV1_EN