HR Director

We have recently opened a new position for a Senior HR Drector with strong retail expertise at our headquarters in Amsterdam. We are seeking a candidate who can bring extensive experience in retail HR operations and demonstrate exceptional leadership and management skills
 

Position Overview:

As the HRD in the retail sector, you will serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to our retail operations leadership team. You will be responsible for driving and implementing HR initiatives, policies, and programs that align with our organizational objectives and support the growth and development of our retail workforce. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive employee experience, building strong relationships, and ensuring compliance with HR regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Strategic HR Leadership: Lead the development and execution of strategic HR initiatives in global compliance, compensation, and HR analytics, ensuring alignment with the company's overall business objectives.

•   Compliance and Governance: Oversee the adherence to local and international pay and benefits legislation, maintaining competitiveness while ensuring full compliance with economic, political, and regulatory frameworks in all operating regions.

•   Corporate Governance: Evaluate and enhance internal control and corporate governance processes through rigorous and regulated procedures, ensuring that all compliance laws are met across the organization.

•   Team Leadership and Development: Build and lead a high-performing HR team dedicated to addressing compliance issues, and provide ongoing training to ensure all employees are well-versed in relevant regulations.

•   Compensation Strategy: Serve as a key advisor to senior business leaders on the design and implementation of compensation and benefits solutions, aligning them with total rewards strategies and business goals.

•   Salary and Rewards Management: Design and refine the salary framework, lead salary benchmarking exercises, and oversee job design and evaluation to maintain competitive and fair compensation practices.

•   HRIS and Data Management: Drive the development, implementation, and optimization of HRIS systems and processes, ensuring robust data management and analysis capabilities to support strategic decision-making.

•   Performance Management: Lead the full cycle of performance management and remuneration review processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and driving continuous improvement.

•   Audit and Compliance Reviews: Conduct regular audits of HR processes, documentation, and systems to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including work council legislation, privacy, health and safety, and payroll compliance.

•   Global HR Policy Oversight: Oversee the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and handbooks across regions, ensuring consistency and compliance with global standards.

•   Reporting and Analysis: Take ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, providing in-depth analysis and actionable recommendations to support business objectives. This includes managing headcount planning, variance analysis, and workforce productivity metrics.

•   Compensation and Benefits Management: Oversee the management of the bonus payout process, the Employee Share Program (ESP), and regular compensation benchmarking, ensuring competitive and fair practices across all locations.

•   Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Group Controlling and Accounting teams, as well as regional HR leaders, to analyze HR KPIs, support action plans, and drive HR initiatives that enhance business performance.

•   Retail HR Partnership: Partner with retail operations leadership to develop HR strategies and initiatives that directly support retail business objectives. This includes workforce planning, talent management, and ensuring compliance with industry- specific regulations.

•   Leadership Development and Succession Planning: Provide strategic guidance on leadership development, succession planning, and talent management to ensure the organization is well-positioned for future growth and success.

•   HR Trends and Best Practices: Stay updated on the latest HR trends, particularly within the retail sector, and continuously share insights with HR Managers to drive innovation and best practices across the organization.

  Qualifications:

•   Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. An advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM- CP, PHR) is preferred.

•   Experience: 8+ years of experience in HR, with significant expertise in HR compliance, controlling, and business partnering within the retail industry, preferably in an international environment.