HR Manager - Mission

Nestlé; Nuolen; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

Nestlé S.A. in Wangen Factory invites a Human Resources Manager to shape and deliver the people strategy for a ~100-employee site.

This temporary 10-month assignment requires close collaboration with the Factory Manager, management team, line managers and HR specialists to enable safe, engaging operations. The role focuses on leading workforce planning, agile organisation design, performance development and strong employee relations, with fluency in German and high-level English, plus Swiss

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of Swiss employment law.
• Experience in employee relations.
• Strong collaboration with stakeholders across the factory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the people strategy and workforce plan to attract, develop and retain talent for the factory.
• Shape an agile organisation and guide transitions that strengthen performance and continuity.
• Drive performance, talent and development practices translating priorities into actions.
• Build trusted relationships with employees and their representatives to foster engagement and inclusion.
• Coach leaders to strengthen people management and team effectiveness.
• Improve people processes, learning systems and wellbeing initiatives while reinforcing safety and quality.

Skills

German fluency

English proficiency

French helpful

Job description

Location: Wangen bei Olten, Switzerland
Work model: From 50% to 90%, Hybrid, with on-site presence adjusted according to the agreed work rate - at least one full day.
Contract type / duration:Temporary: 10 months - from December 2026 to September 2027.

Be a force for good and grow through experiences that push you further

As a Human Resources Manager at our Wangen Factory (approx. 100 employees), your mission is to shape and deliver the people strategy that enables the factory to perform, grow and create a safe, engaging workplace. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with the Factory Manager, the management team, line managers, employees and specialist teams. This is your opportunity to take ownership, grow your expertise, and deliver meaningful results that make a difference at scale.

How you’ll make an impact as a Human Resources Manager

Leading the people strategy and workforce plan to attract, develop and retain the talent the factory needs.

Shaping an agile organisation and guiding smooth transitions that strengthen performance and business continuity.

Driving performance, talent and development practices that turn business priorities into clear goals and growth opportunities.

Building trusted relationships with employees and their representatives to foster engagement, cooperation and an inclusive workplace.

Coaching leaders to strengthen people management, decision-making and team effectiveness across the factory.

Improving people processes, learning systems and wellbeing initiatives while reinforcing safety, quality and environmental standards.

What will make you successful

Communicating fluently in German and with very good spoken and written English; French is an advantage.

Bringing strong knowledge of Swiss employment law and sound judgement in employee relations.

Applying business insight and a results-focused approach to translate factory priorities into practical people solutions.

Using coaching, talent development and change management skills to enable leaders and teams to perform at their best.

Collaborating confidently with diverse stakeholders, influencing with integrity and navigating complex priorities.

Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning, while translating ideas into measurable impact and creating shared value.

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to a fair and transparent internal hiring process and ensure all applications are treated confidentially.

Your application will typically include an initial review, conversations with Talent Acquisition and the hiring team, followed by a final discussion.

All internal candidates whose skills most closely align with the role’s requirements will be considered. Please discuss your application with your HR Business Partner and line manager before applying.