Head of HR Global Water & Membrane Solutions LS&E (m/f/d)

MANN+HUMMEL; Cerreto d'Esi; Ibrido; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global filtration company is seeking a Head of HR to shape the people strategy for its dynamic Water & Membrane Solutions division. This role requires extensive HR leadership experience, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage talent and culture across multiple regions. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and a successful track record in HR transformation. The position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to make a significant impact on organizational growth.

Servizi

Dynamic working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Strong entrepreneurial spirit

Competenze

• At least 10 years of experience in HR, including 5 years in leadership.
• Experience in Life Sciences or Environmental industries preferred.
• Proven track record in HR transformation and organizational design.

Mansioni

• Lead global HR agenda across international locations.
• Drive organizational design and integration of acquired entities.
• Promote employee engagement and a strong organizational culture.

Conoscenze

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Talent management

Change management

Fluent in English

Formazione

Master's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Descrizione del lavoro

Head of HR Global Water & Membrane Solutions LS&E (m/f/d)

Ludwigsburg, Germany / Cerreto D’Esi, Italy / Fano, Italy / Wiesbaden, Germany | Human Resources | Managers | Unlimited | November 19, 2025

As worldwide experts in filtration, MANN+HUMMEL develop solutions for vehicles, industrial applications, clean air inside vehicles and the sustainable use of water. With team spirit and an open culture of communication, we are continuously working towards achieving our vision of ‘leadership in filtration’. Become part of our team.

Role Summary

Join MANN+HUMMEL’s Life Sciences & Environment (LS&E) division as Head of HR Global Water Membrane Solutions (WMS) – a key leadership role shaping the people strategy for one of the most dynamic growth segments in the company.

As the strategic HR partner to the Senior Vice President & General Manager Global WMS, you will lead the global HR agenda across our international locations in Europe, Asia and North America.

The position is preferably based in Ludwigsburg (Germany), but can also be located at one of our European Water & Membrane Solutions sites, such as Fano/Cerreto (Italy) or Wiesbaden (Germany).

Your mission: strengthen leadership capability, organizational culture, and workforce strategy to enable sustainable growth and global competitiveness in the rapidly expanding water filtration market.

Main Tasks

• Strategic HR Leadership: Act as trusted partner to the BU leadership team and the SVP Global WMS, translating business objectives into a clear and actionable people strategy that supports growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.
• Organizational Development & Transformation: Drive organizational design, integration of acquired entities, and transformation initiatives across all global WMS sites. Build structures and capabilities that enable scalability, agility, and long-term Business sustainability.
• Talent, Leadership & Capability Development: Establish a robust leadership and technical talent pipeline through succession planning, targeted development programs, and global learning initiatives. Foster future‑ready skills to support business evolution.
• Culture, Engagement & Inclusion: Promote a strong, values‑driven culture that connects diverse teams across geographies. Lead employee engagement programs and strengthen collaboration, trust, and inclusion throughout the global organization.
• Performance, Reward & Workforce Strategy: Align performance management, compensation, and workforce planning processes with strategic objectives, ensuring transparency, fairness, and measurable impact on business results.
• Governance, Compliance & Collaboration: Safeguard adherence to local labor laws and corporate HR standards. Collaborate closely with Centers of Expertise, regional HR, and Corporate HR to ensure operational excellence and consistency.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing global HR team. Foster empowerment, accountability, and continuous improvement while promoting professional growth and cross‑regional collaboration.
• External & Business Enablement: Represent the BU in external HR and industry networks to enhance employer branding, attract high‑potential talent, and position MANN+HUMMEL WMS as an employer of choice in global water filtration.

Your Profile

Education: Master’s degree or MBA in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience in Life Sciences, Environmental, or Manufacturing industries preferred.

Professional Experience:

• At least 10 years of professional experience, including 5+ years in HR leadership within an international, matrix‑driven organization.
• Proven record in driving HR transformation, organizational design, and leadership development globally.

Expertise:

• Strong strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate people strategies into measurable business outcomes.
• Expertise in talent management, change management, and global HR governance.
• Deep understanding of labor laws, compliance, and HR operations across regions.
• Financial literacy and a results‑oriented approach linking HR to business performance.

Language Skills: Fluent in English; additional languages (especially German, Italian, or Chinese) are an advantage.

Personality:

• Inspirational leader with a collaborative and results‑driven mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills at all organizational levels.
• High adaptability, resilience, and intercultural competence.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 40‑50%).

Please send us your application documents in english language.

Diversity and inclusion are part of our DNA. We only filter for the best talent. We therefore welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, origin, ancestry, disability or other legally protected grounds.

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We offer

At MANN+HUMMEL, you will be part of the Life Sciences & Environment division — the smallest yet most agile within our group. Having grown through multiple acquisitions, LS&E is characterized by dynamic structures, strong entrepreneurial spirit, and ongoing transformation. This environment offers you the opportunity to shape, develop, and lead global people and organizational strategies with high visibility to the senior leadership team and global management board.

Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which await you here.