Senior HR Manager EMEA

Whirlpool Corporation; Gaston Devoswijk; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Belgium is seeking a Senior HR Manager EMEA to act as a strategic partner to leaders and employees across the region. Based in Belgium, you will drive talent management, employee engagement, organizational development, workforce planning, and employee relations in collaboration with HR Operations and Center of Excellence.

This hybrid role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years HR experience, knowledge of pan-European labor laws, and fluent English and Flemish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Human Resources
• Knowledge of pan-European labor laws and employment practices
• Minimum 5 years experience as HR Generalist/HR Business Partner
• Experience with works councils is a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent in English and Flemish
• Strong administrative skills, organized, thorough, proactive and reliable

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end HR processes and transactions
• First point of contact for employees in the region
• Manage day-to-day data analysis and management, communications, and vendor management
• Recruitment support; working with agency partners, participating in interviews
• Support for onboarding programs
• Action HR policies, strategies and programs
• Perform HR audits & compliance activities as needed
• Identify, share, and drive process improvements
• Manage car fleet and support other general services
• Support on the organization of company events
• Support on Learning & Development initiatives
• Participate in employer branding activities

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Flemish

Strong administrative skills

Organized and reliable

Hands-on problem solver

Independent self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Human Resources

Tools

Google Suite

SuccessFactors

SD Worx

ADP

Job description

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Requisition ID: 72548

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The team you will be a part of

The Business HR team partners with leaders and employees to implement people strategies that enable the organization to attract, develop, engage, and retain the talent needed to achieve current and future business objectives. The team plays a critical role in aligning business priorities with talent strategies, fostering organizational effectiveness, and supporting a high-performing and enagaged culture.

This Role In Summary

As the Senior HR Manager EMEA based in Belgium, you will serve as a strategic business partner to leaders and employees across the EMEA region.

In this role, you will support the Global HR Leader in deploying the People Excellence Strategy across EMEA and provide guidance to leaders on talent management, employee engagement, organizational development, workforce planning, and employee relations. Working collaboratively with HR Operations and Center of Excellence, you will help deliver people solutions that support both business success and a positive employee experience.

Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, Fridays from home.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Execute end-to-end HR processes and transactions
• First point of contact for employees in the region
• Manage day-to-day data analysis and management, communications, and vendor management
• Recruitment support; working with agency partners, participating in interviews
• Support for onboarding programs
• Action HR policies, strategies and programs
• Perform HR audits & compliance activities as needed
• Identify, share, and drive process improvements
• Manage car fleet and support other general services
• Support on the organization of company events
• Support on Learning & Development initiatives
• Participate in employer branding activities

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Business Administration or Human Resources
• Knowledge of pan-European labor laws and employment practices
• Minimum 5 years experience as HR Generalist/HR Business Partner
• Experience with works councils is a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administrative skills, organized, thorough, proactive and reliable
• Fluent in English, Flemish

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Hands-on problem solver
• High level of ethics, values and can maintain confidentiality
• Happy and confident to be an independent self-starter
• Good knowledge of Google Suite (Sheets, Slides)
• Knowledge of Success Factors, SDWorx or ADP is a plus

What We Offer

Join our well-structured and consolidated team at KitchenAid, where collaboration and excellence are deeply valued. You'll thrive in an international environment offering global career opportunities. Enjoy a supportive team spirit and positive atmosphere that fosters growth and innovation. Immerse yourself in our vibrant international culture, becoming a true KitchenAid'er who contributes to our collective success!

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Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.