Hr Manager Italy

Ceresrecruitment; Cesena; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceres Recruitment Deutschland partners with a Romagna-based, international food producer to appoint an HR Manager Italy. You will shape the people strategy, align local HR initiatives with Group priorities, and lead a small HR team across Italian sites.

You will define policies, drive organizational design, manage employee relations, KPI reporting, and coach managers. Fluent Italian and English, a Master’s degree, and 10+ years in industrial/FMCG HR are required to thrive in this fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR or related field required.
• 10+ years HR experience in industrial, food or FMCG sector.
• Experience in international matrix organizations.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a clear HR strategy and roadmap aligned with business growth.
• Design and implement scalable HR policies, processes, and tools in line with Group strategy.
• Shape and optimize the organization to meet business needs.
• Lead HR operations and service quality across Italy.
• Guide the local HR team and foster a positive, engaging culture.
• Coach managers to develop leadership capabilities across levels.
• Oversee employee relations, social dialogue and performance improvement plans.
• Provide KPI insights to Management for data-driven decisions.
• Report to General Manager with dotted line to Group CHRO.

Skills

HR strategy

People leadership

Change management

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Based in Romagna, between Imola, Ravenna and Cesena

Our client is a successful and fast-growing international food producer, with a clear focus on quality, innovation and sustainability. In light of its ambitious multi-year growth strategy, the company invests continuously in modern production technologies and a fully integrated supply chain to support its expansion. As the business evolves and scales, we are looking for an HR Manager who can bring further structure and professionalization to the people function, combining a strategic mindset with a pragmatic approach.

The Team as part of the local Leadership Team, you are the go-to person for all HR topics in Italy. You work closely with the General Manager, the local management team, and Group CHRO to ensure organizational alignment between local objectives and the overall Group strategy. At the same time, you guide a small HR team (4 people) while driving organizational excellence and ensuring smooth operations across all Italian sites.

Lead People & Organization transformation to support growth and performance

• You define and execute a clear HR strategy & roadmap, translating business priorities into impactful people initiatives that support growth and transformation of local operations
• Design and implement consistent and scalable HR policies & processes, tools and best practices, in line with Group strategy, to increase organizational effectiveness
• Shape and continuously optimize the organization to fit business requirements
• Lead by example ensuring HR runs smoothly and delivers high-quality across HR operations, policies and services
• Guide the local HR team and champion a positive work environment where people feel engaged, accountable and part of one team
• Foster a culture of continuous development at all levels: coach and support managers in refining their leadership skills and motivating their teams
• Responsible for social dialogue and negotiations alongside Plant Managers; you provide guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution and performance improvement plans.
• Monitor HR performance by providing the Management Team with clear, data-driven KPIs and insights to support informed decision-making
• You report directly to the General Manager, with a dotted line to the Group CHRO.

Charismatic & driven People Leader with an international mindset

Job requirements

• Master’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or related field
• 10+ years of relevant HR experience in an industrial, food or FMCG environment
• Experience in international matrix organizations and in navigating cultural differences.
• Pragmatic knowledge of Italian labour law and social legislation
• Fluent in Italian and English

Competences

• Inspiring, enthusiastic HR leader with a strong “roll up your sleeves” mentality and a clear focus on results
• Resilient, pragmatic and comfortable in fast-paced, evolving contexts
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Persuasive negotiator, able to influence from shop floor to management
• Analytical and solution oriented
• Excellent understanding of people and business dynamics and processes
• Customer- and market driven
• Stress resistant and flexible

Offerta

Excellent career opportunity to join an innovative and international key player. You will be part of a company with a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and informal working environment, collaborating with engaged leadership and talented colleagues. High degree of autonomy with space for initiative, where your input and vision are valued, with a real scope to shape the organization, influence decision-making and leave a visible footprint on the business.

Location

Centrally based at the Italian Office in Romagna, in the area between Imola, Ravenna and Cesena.

HR Manager Italy Romagna, between Imola, Ravenna and Cesena