Senior HR Generalist

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role:

The person in this position is responsible for building positive employee experiences during the onboarding and offboarding process, internal communication as well as being a point of contact in HR matters for GBS employees and managers. Manages internal L&D activities and talent management and career paths. The person takes an active part in the implementation of the company's HR strategy and implements HR projects resulting from local and group policies. The person is a backup for HR Payroll Specialist and HRBP.

Key responsibilities:

• Building a strong business relationship with the management and employees.
• Identifying gaps in the HR process, and proposing and implementing changes necessary to cover risks. 
• Acting as the performance improvement driver and provokes positive changes in the company. Supporting in the creation of the company culture.
• Managing and conducting the onboarding and off-boarding process.
• Developing L&D strategies (global, local training policy).
• Being an internal trainer for: PME - People Management Essential program, Types of colors, etc. 
• Managing an employee engagement survey.
• Developing and managing the local HR site, and being responsible for internal communication.
• Managing Company Social Fund.
• Managing the Talent Cycle Process (employee evaluation, IDP, talent review).
• Preparation of periodical reports and analyses, KPI measurement. Collaboration with the Finance BP.
• Managing data and reports in SuccessFactors (local HRIS system).
• Preparing and updating documentation, policies, and procedures and analyzing them in terms of compliance with the labor code and policies of the BC group.
• Complying with the requirements of the RODO / GIODO Act and ongoing auditing of the system. Ensuring the security and confidentiality of personal data processed.
• Leading and designing HR projects for the local needs.
• Being involved in transformation and transition projects in the GBS.
• Being the point of contact for employees and managers.
• Being a backup for the Payroll Specialist.

About you:

• Higher education, preferably in Law and Administration, HRM, or related.
• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, including operations and payroll support.
• 3+ years of proven HR operational experience in full employment lifecycle.
• Very good knowledge of English, enabling daily communication in an international environment.
• Software knowledge – MS Office Suite; SuccessFactors, TETA, SAP (PR, PO, MIGO) will be an asset.
• In-depth Labor Law, and Time & Attendance Knowledge.
• Presentation (training) skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, high personal culture.
• Effectiveness in action and resistance to stress.
• Ability to set priorities in the daily tasks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes.
• Proactive attitude: experimenting, looking for solutions.
• Data analysis, understanding what HR numbers are for and what indicators are worth checking.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Independence and organizational ability.

We offer:

• Employment on a regular basis in the sweetest company in the world.
• Annual bonus based on your work results.
• Lunch card to be used for groceries and restaurants.
• Private medical care in Lux Med (basic package fully financed by BC).
• Fit Profit sports card co-financed by BC.
• PPE: we care about your future, and we save money for your retirement.
• Cafeteria Program as a part of Social Fund.
• Group life insurance.
• Hybrid working model: min. 8 days in the office a month.
• As part of our work-life balance culture, we can start work between 7 am and 10 am.
• Free consultation with a lawyer once a quarter.
• Chocolate! Yes, surprising but we have chocolate in the office, for Christmas, BC’s Birthday, and many other occasions during the year.
• And if chocolate is still not enough, you can join one of our theme clubs, where together with other employees we develop our passions and interests.
• Daily delivery of fresh fruits and veggies to the office.
• You can purchase our sweet products with a special discount.
• Relax zone in the office and plenty of options to choose from: PlayStation 5, football table, pool table, Ping-Pong, library, table games, and massage chairs.
• Sport @work? Sure! We have treadmills and indoor exercise bikes with a laptop station.
• We like to party as much as we like chocolate! We have integration budgets we can use for team events.
• Forever Chocolate and Event Team: you can join them and have a real influence on social life in BC and CSR activities.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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