HR Manager NL

Winora Group; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accell Group is seeking an HR Manager to oversee day-to-day HR management across the Netherlands and Belgium. You will report to the CHRO, lead a small HR team, and collaborate with the Works Council to drive process improvements and data governance. Travel across NL offices is occasional.

The role requires extensive HR operations experience, payroll familiarity, and a strong understanding of Dutch employment law within a complex, international setting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR experience including hands-on HR operations
• Proven leadership of a team in a matrix, international environment
• Strong data governance and HR master data quality
• Experience with HR systems and payroll processes
• Experience collaborating with Works Council and Dutch employment law knowledge

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day HR management and operations for the Netherlands and Belgium
• Report directly into the CHRO
• Lead and support a HR team of 3 people
• Build and maintain a strong relationship with the Works Council
• Drive process improvements and streamline HR workflows
• Improve HR master data quality and governance
• Ensure HR delivers accurate data for business decisions
• Support core employee processes and HR queries

Skills

HR operations

People management

Data governance

Process improvement

Payroll knowledge

Works Council

Dutch employment law

HR systems

Tools

HRIS

Job description

At Accell, we’re not just building bikes— we’re creating experiences that move the world forward. Our mission? To craft the joy of cycling. Our ambition? Riding together to win. We’re a team that believes in: Take ownership: We deliver on our promises, continuously learn and improve, and take initiative with follow-through. One Team: We value transparent feedback, respect everyone’s input, and celebrate success together. Passion and Quality: We put our customers first, never compromise on quality or safety, and always go the extra mile.

Scope: Netherlands and Belgium Contract type: Indefinite, full-time Location: Amsterdam (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office) Travel: Occasional travel to other NL offices incl. Heerenveen and Apeldoorn Languages: Dutch and English required

What’s the job all about?

With ongoing changes and the need to improve how HR operates across the Netherlands and Belgium, the role of HR Manager is critical. This position focuses on bringing structure, improving processes, and ensuring reliable HR operations and data. This role combines hands‑on operational work with process improvement and stakeholder management, including close collaboration with the Works Council.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities involve?

• Owning day-to-day HR Management and operations for the Netherlands and Belgium


• Reporting directly into the CHRO


• Leading and supporting a HR team of 3 people


• Building and maintaining a strong relationship with the Works Council


• Driving process improvements and streamlining manual HR workflows


• Improving and maintaining HR master data quality and governance


• Ensuring HR delivers accurate and reliable data to support business decision‑making


• Improving existing processes and ensuring compliance and consistency across HR practices


• Supporting core employee processes


• Responding to employee HR queries and managing operational follow‑up


• Working across multiple locations, including regular presence in Amsterdam and Heerenveen


• Identifying operational issues quickly and resolving them with urgency


• Translating business priorities into clear HR execution and team focus

Who are we looking for?

• Minimum 8+ years of HR experience, including hands‑on HR operations, process improvement, and leading a team


• Minimum 3+ years of People Management experience


• You will operate within a wider international HR organization, requiring the ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.


• Proven experience in process improvement and streamlining HR operations


• Strong focus on data governance and HR master data quality


• Experience working with HR systems


• Basic knowledge of payroll processes


• Experience working closely with a Works Council


• Strong understanding of Dutch employment law and its practical application


• Experience working in complex or legacy environments, improving unclear or undocumented processes

Skills and attributes:

• Strong relationship‑building skills, especially with employee representatives


• Hands‑on mindset with a “fix it” attitude


• Ability to prioritize what matters most to the business


• Resilience and comfort working in a complex, evolving environment


• Pragmatic approach to solving problems step by step


• Willingness to stay close to operations and execution


• Strong sense of ownership and accountability


• Clear, firm communication style with a focus on delivery

What makes this role interesting

• Ability to work in an international environment


• High‑impact role with clear business visibility


• Opportunity to bring structure to complex HR operations


• Broad scope across operations, data, and process improvement


• Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and Works Council


• Real ownership and accountability


• Ability to lead and develop a team during a transition phase

About Us

Accell Group manufactures and sells bicycles, bike parts, and accessories. We are the European market leader in e‑bikes and the second largest in bike parts and accessories, with many leading European bicycle brands under one roof. Well‑known bicycle brands in our portfolio include Haibike, Winora, Ghost, Batavus, Koga, Lapierre, Raleigh, Sparta, Babboe, and Carqon. XLC is our brand for bike parts and accessories. At Accell Group, we believe in creating innovative solutions to meet the ever‑evolving needs of our valued customers. As a leading player in the e‑bikes and the second‑largest provider of bicycle parts and accessories, our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do. We foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent from all backgrounds is valued and supported. Our global team of approximately 3,000 employees across 18 countries works together to deliver premier products and services to clients in more than 80 countries worldwide. At Accell Group, our culture is driven by innovation, teamwork, and respect, offering challenging and rewarding opportunities for everyone who joins us. At Accell Group, our work experience is defined by what makes us unique: our culture, core values, and commitment to sustainability, alongside our collaborative spirit and recognition programs. Above all, it’s our people who truly set us apart. Our employees embody qualities such as diligence, curiosity, trustworthiness, humility, and integrity. They prioritize the collective success of the team, actively seek opportunities to collaborate and innovate, and contribute to making Accell Group a leading workplace. Together, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.