About Barilla At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, weu2019ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence. Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the worldu2019s top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa. Our success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion. Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey? As HR Manager C&NE, you are responsible HR Business Partner for employees based in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You will collaborate closely with our Business units, fostering strong relationships with leaders and their teams to drive organizational success. You will be a key player in our local HR department, engaging in a broad range of activities throughout C&NE from recruitment, training and talent development to supporting in managing labor costs. In this role, you will lead the HR & Office Management Intern and report to the HR Director u2013 Region C&NE. Are you passionate about people and eager to bring fresh ideas to the table? Do you have an aptitude for developing concepts and a desire to expand your HR expertise? If you are ready to make a tangible impact and enjoy the world of pasta and crispbread, join our team as HR Manager - Region C&NE in Cologne, Germany. Main Responsibilities: HR Business Partnership: Act as the go-to person for our employees in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, providing support and guidance Collaborate with local business leaders, offering support and insights to enhance performance Manage national and international staff movements, including transfers and promotions, while managing litigations, hirings, and exits Work closely with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely data provision for seamless processing Engage with our Works Council, keeping them informed on all relevant HR matters Performance & Talent Management: Assist business leaders during the annual performance development cycle, ensuring effective communication and understanding of performance expectations Provide support to ensure the performance evaluations are conducted in a timely and constructive manner Contribute to the annual talent management process, helping our people develop Organize internal and external trainings, incl. identification of suitable providers, in close cooperation with our global L&D team Employer Branding & Recruitment: Engage in the search for exceptional talent to fill open positions, contributing to the attraction of qualified candidates Coordinate the recruitment workflow, from posting job openings to conducting interviews, and negotiating employment terms Partner with External Relations to amplify our voice, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn Represent our organization at events, showcasing our brand and culture, with a strong focus on University Marketing and talent attraction HR Analytics: Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making by tracking and analyzing HR metrics Support in the management of headcount and labor costs Your qualifications: Masteru2019s degree in business administration, psychology or related fields Proven experiences as HR Business Partner, or similar roles in HR, of at least five years Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices, incl. collaboration with Works Councils Good knowledge of MS Office with a high affinity for numbers Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both in German and English Strong sense for entrepreneurship and solution-orientation You are flexible, open-minded, independent and self-motivated Important Information: Contract: Local contract Start date: as soon as possible Position closing: 13.02.2025 We will post this position simultaneously externally, but will prioritize internal applications in case of fit. At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.