Site HR Manager / People Partner (f/m/d)

Talantir; Sachsen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Events for employees

Parking

Job summary

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, seeks a People Partner / Site HR Manager for its Schwarz­enberg, Hauenstein and Leipzig plants in Saxony. The role leads HR excellence, culture, and talent development for ~300 employees and partners with leadership to deliver compliant, strategic HR programs.

You will drive performance management, onboarding, compensation planning, and employee relations while maintaining confidentiality and acting as a trusted advisor to managers and staff in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field; strong practical HR experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years in a responsible HR role, ideally in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Sound knowledge of local labor laws and works council management.
• Developed communication and diplomacy skills; able to influence diverse audiences.
• Self-starter who can prioritize, work independently, and navigate a matrix organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple issues and projects.
• Collaborative, change-oriented, and customer-service focused.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strong partner to Site Leadership to drive HR initiatives aligning with Mondi strategy.
• Provide guidance on employee advocacy, performance management, career development and retention.
• Act as first point of contact for HR topics; escalate appropriately to HR Business Partners.
• Collaborate with HR Partners and CoE to implement site HR plans across client groups.
• Ensure policies are applied consistently and in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Lead HR processes including performance, talent management, onboarding, and training.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Labor law knowledge

German language

English language

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Change management

Conflict management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Job description

The People Partner / Site HR Manager

The People Partner / Site HR Manager is the HR leader responsible for our recently acquired Solid Board plants Schwarzenberg, Hauenstein and Leipzig, and its ~300 employees. This role will drive a positive & productive culture, an environment of trust and accountability, and deliver HR excellence and process improvement. This role is the primary point of contact for the managers and employees and provides expertise and guidance in the areas of culture and performance and talent management, talent development and learning, compensation, conflict management, employee relations and leadership coaching

Your mission

• Serve as a strong functional partner and active member of the Site Leadership team (=OpCo) to drive cohesive decision-making, foster collaboration, and drive the development and execution of key HR initiatives that align with business goals and Mondi HR strategy
• Provide dedicated guidance and coaching to managers and employees with specific focus on: employee advocacy/engagement, employee relations management, performance management, career development, talent assessment, acquisition and retention and workplace investigations as appropriate
• Provide employees and managers with an available first point of contact for questions and guidance on fundamental HR topics and issues; escalates concerns beyond their scope to HR Business Partners; navigates employees and manager to Payroll when it is the more appropriate resource
• Partner closely with relevant HR Business Partners (Business Segment/Country or Region/Payroll) and HR CoE professionals to drive a cohesive and aligned HR agenda and execute business-specific HR strategies
• Provide advice and counsel to managers and employees to ensure consistent application and integration of policies, procedures and practices at 100% compliance to promote an ethical and compliant work environment
• Lead key HR processes including performance, talent management, compensation planning, onboarding, new manager assimilation etc. incl. training
• Partner with HR Business Partners and HR CoE’s to align on and execute relevant HR projects or initiatives as needed across multiple client groups at site
• Provide guidance and leadership for all union/works council relations and ensure that all employee relations issues are properly identified, reported, investigated and resolved
• Ensure all HR matters are handled fairly and consistently with local laws and regulations and our company compliance regulations
• Maintain and protect confidential data with utmost scrutiny, judgment, and care

Your profile

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in a Human Resources related area
• Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in a responsible HR role preferably in an industry environment
• Sound knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements, knowledge of union/employee relations and works council management
• Developed communication and diplomacy skill set with the ability to influence others by presenting sound and logical arguments tailored to the audience
• Hands-on self-starter who has a demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and work independently while being able to effectively navigate and partner in a matrix environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and capable of handling multiple issues and/or projects simultaneously and executing to completion
• Excellent collaboration, influencing, project management, organizational and change agent skills
• Passionate, employee advocate who wants to make a difference in the organization by helping employees succeed
• Approachable and responsive resource able to connect with employees at all levels
• Strong customer service focus, with a high level of responsiveness
• Supportive team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment; ability to diffuse a tense situation
• Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, & confidentiality
• Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

Our offer

• A meaningful role with impact on our future HR setup
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values continuous learning and improvement
• A strong focus on professional development through training
• A work environment where innovation and people are at the core of everything we do

Duration: unlimited contract

Start: immediate start possible

Extent: full-time, 40 hours

Benefits

• Learning & Development
• Events for employees
• Parking

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.

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. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.

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.