Site HR Manager (f/m/x)

Mondi Group; Ebersdorf b.Coburg; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondi Group in Germany seeks a Senior HR Leader to partner with site leadership, drive people strategies, and build a high-performing HR team within an industrial environment.

The role oversees performance management, succession, compensation, onboarding, and leadership development, while advising on employee relations and works council partnerships to ensure compliant, ethical practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years HR experience with business partnering in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations and German labor law.
• Fluency in German and English with integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted HR partner to Site Leadership Team, driving people strategies.
• Build, lead, and develop HR team; foster inclusive culture.
• Partner with managers to attract, develop, engage, and retain talent across the site.
• Lead core HR processes: performance management, succession planning, compensation, onboarding, and leadership development.
• Advise on employee relations, works council/union partnerships, investigations.
• Collaborate with HR BPs, Centers of Expertise, and Payroll for seamless experience.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and confidentiality.

Skills

People leadership

Employee relations

Stakeholder mgmt

Change management

Project management

Coaching

German labor law

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Job description

Act as a trusted HR partner to the Site Leadership Team, driving people strategies that support business and Mondi goals.

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing HR team while fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Partner with managers to attract, develop, engage, and retain talent across the site.

Lead core HR processes, including performance management, succession planning, compensation, onboarding, and leadership development.

Serve as the primary advisor on employee relations matters, including works council/union partnerships, conflict resolution, and investigations.

Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Centers of Expertise, and Payroll teams to deliver a seamless and aligned employee experience.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and the highest standards of ethics, governance, and confidentiality.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

10+ years of HR experience, including several years in a business partnering role, ideallywithin an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of employee relations, works council/union collaboration, and German labor law.

Proven ability to influence, coach, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Strong problem-solving, project management, and change management skills in a complex matrix environment.

Passion for people, continuous improvement, and delivering innovative HR solutions.

Fluent in German and English, with high integrity and a strong commitment to compliance and confidentiality.

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi.