Come and join the leading #avoexperts 🥑
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts, and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
We value Inclusivity, Innovation, Quality, Integrity and Health & Safety. Together, we can create a thriving and positive work environment.
We have a new opportunity for an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to join our team in Munich, Germany.
Our People & Culture Business Partners play a pivotal role in driving positive employee relations, fostering a productive work environment, and ensuring our HR practices align with both global and local organisational goals. You will partner with our business leaders to understand their unique needs and develop strategic HR solutions that contribute to their success.
Responsibilities include:
- Partner with business leaders to develop and implement people & culture strategies aligned with local and global objectives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on all people & culture matters, including talent management, compensation & benefits, and employee relations.
- Develop and implement HR policies and programs that support the unique needs of Germany.
- Ensure compliance with local labour laws, regulations and HR trends, recommending necessary adjustments.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives and drive a positive and inclusive work culture.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract and onboard top talent for the region.
- Conduct performance management, compensation reviews, and provide guidance on employee relations issues.
- Manage HR systems and ensure accurate employee data.
- Contribute to the development and execution of employee wellness programs.
Requirements
Experience we look for:
Essential
- Prior experience in a Business Partner role, ideally in a commercial organisation
- Fluent in both German and English, knowledge of additional European languages would be advantageous
- Strong knowledge of EU employment laws and regulations, particularly in partnered countries/markets
- Strong commercial acumen - understanding how People & Culture can drive business performance through partnering
Desirable
- Experience gained within the FMCG/food production/manufacturing environment would be beneficial but not essential
- Degree in Human Resources or a related field would be preferred
Benefits
What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?
- Hybrid working
- 30 days holiday plus public holidays
- In-house English course
- Membership in the body & soul fitness centre (for a small fee)
- Free parking onsite
- Fresh fruit & coffee specialties
Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we review applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time. Due to the holiday season, there may be a delay in providing feedback on your application. Our team will prioritise reviewing applications as soon as possible and expects to provide feedback within the first weeks of January.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.
