Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

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Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Large Power Systems team to support Caterpillar large engine production at our Kiel facility.

What You Will Do:

• Support the establishment of a World-class safety-driven Manufacturing facility by ensuring resourcing and talent needs are met and by delivering an engaging work environment.

• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize Human Resources initiatives that align with the organizations strategic goals and objectives.

• Align HR policies and programs which promote employee engagement retention and performance.

• Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters including performance management compensation and benefits etc.

• Lead on collaboration with the local works council ensuring regular dialogue to deliver positive employee relations and execution of any works council agreements.

• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.
  

What You Have (Key Skills/Experience Required):

• Extensive experience in Human Resources consulting

• Strong background in Talent Management

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Business Acumen

• Influencing others and strategy

• Experience being part of leadership team and leading change

• Comprehensive expertise in works constitution social security and labor law including the application of collective agreementsideally within the metal and electrical industries

• Proven track record of collaborating with works councils and implementing company agreements

• Very good German (at least C1) and good English skills (at least B2)

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):

• Degree or apprenticeship in Human Resources Management or a related field.

• Demonstrated expertise in HR within a Manufacturing Operations Environment.

• Previous experience of establishing and maintaining positive employee relations & work culture.

What You Will Get:

• Varied responsible and challenging tasks

• Opportunity to shape the future for a newly created entity

• Excellent earning opportunities according to the Caterpillar compensation system

• 30 days of vacation

• Company pension plan

• Bicycle leasing / job ticket / wellbeing allowance

Additional Information:

We are back! This role requires being in the office five days a week.

Note - Relocation is offered with this role.

A valid work permit or EU-25/EFTA citizenship is for this position.