HR Business Partner Supply Chain

Amcor; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an HR Business Partner for their Supply Chain function, based in Birmingham, UK. This role is critical in shaping the people agenda across a multi-country supply chain network, affecting over 64 plants worldwide. You will partner closely with senior leaders, influencing strategic decisions and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.

The ideal candidate will possess substantial HR leadership experience within mature supply chains, strong capabilities in change and engagement, and a data-driven approach to implementing HR solutions. Proficient English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Proven HR leadership in mature supply chain environments from FMCG corporations.
• Experience in matrix, international organizations with strong HR business partnering.
• Hands-on experience with HR systems and a strong data-driven mindset.
• Skilled in change management, with a passion for driving transformation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to Supply Chain leadership.
• Lead the design of talent management programs and performance management.
• Drive engagement and create positive energy across the organization.
• Oversee HR processes including recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent development

Change management

Communication skills

Data-driven mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in HR or related fields

Tools

SuccessFactors

Workday

PeopleLink

Job description

Position

HR Business Partner Supply Chain

Location

Open in EMEA

Job Type

Permanent

Shift

Hybrid

Job Purpose

Are you a seasoned HR leader ready to make a tangible impact? As the HR Business Partner for Amcor’s Supply Chain function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and elevating the people agenda across a multi‑country supply chain network indirectly impacting 64+ plants in 20 countries with varying levels of maturity. You will be part of a dedicated HR team, reporting directly to the HR Director EMEA, and will partner closely with senior business leaders including Supply Chain Directors, VP Supply Chain, Central Operations HR team, Plant General Managers, and HR Managers. This role offers a unique opportunity to bring your experience from mature, high‑performing supply chain environments to harmonize practices, build capability, and implement best‑in‑class HR solutions across a diverse and growing network. You will influence strategic decisions, strengthen collaboration, and help create a more agile, engaged, and results‑focused organization.

Principal Accountabilities

• Strategic HR Partnership – Act as a trusted advisor to Supply Chain leadership, shaping and implementing people strategies that align with business priorities. Influence decisions, provide insights, and champion HR initiatives.
• Supply Chain Capability & Talent Development – Lead the design and delivery of talent management programs, performance management, succession planning, and development initiatives to strengthen leadership and team capability across the network.
• Change & Engagement Leadership – Drive engagement and create positive energy across the organization. Support transformation initiatives, harmonize HR practices across plants, and foster a collaborative, high‑performing culture.
• HR Operations & Project Management – Oversee HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, HR policies, and systems (SuccessFactors, PeopleLink/Workday). Manage key HR projects that improve efficiency, compliance, and workforce planning.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Proven HR leadership in mature supply chain environments from FMCG corporations.
• Experience in matrix, international organizations with strong HR business partnering, talent, and capability development.
• Hands‑on experience with HR systems (SuccessFactors, Workday, PeopleLink) and a strong data‑driven mindset.
• Skilled in change management with a passion for driving transformation and engagement.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels, adaptable, approachable, and a strong team player.