Senior HR Partner — Netherlands

ppstrongWho we are: /strong /ppIRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers. /pWith more than 2.400 employees, 22 production facilities worldwide, and €1.3 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion. pstrongWhat do

we offer
/strong /pulliAn international and inclusive environment, with opportunities to work on global projects and collaborate with colleagues worldwide /liliCareer growth opportunities, including possibilities abroad /li /ul /brbThe role: /bpThe strongHR Manager /strong is responsible for leading and executing HR policies and initiatives across IRCA Manufacturing Netherlands B.
V. (Tilburg), Dobla B.
V. (Heerhugowaard), and the assigned Belgian locations (Kessel and Meer), ensuring alignment with business objectives and Group HR standards. /ppActing as a strategic partner to Plant Managers and Site Leadership Teams, the role supports organizational effectiveness through talent management, employee relations, payroll oversight, workforce planning, and compliance with local employment legislation. The HR Manager collaborates closely with Operations and Group functions to foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment while supporting sustainable business growth. /pbWhat will you do: /bppstrongHR Policy Strategy /strong /pulliAdvise Plant Managers and line managers on HR-related matters, providing guidance and support on people management, organizational effectiveness, and employment practices /liliDevelop and implement HR policies and procedures in alignment with Group standards and local regulatory requirements /liliManage the organizational blueprint and job profiles in coordination with the relevant Group functions /liliDevelop, monitor, and control HR budgets, including labor and non-labor related costs /liliLead salary review and performance management processes, including bonus schemes, in accordance with Group guidelines /liliMaintain and update the employee handbook, HR policies, job grading framework, and salary structures /liliEnsure full compliance with Dutch and Belgian employment legislation and regulatory requirements. /liliEvaluate, coordinate, and manage external HR service providers /liliSupport talent development and employee growth initiatives across all locations /li /ulpstrongHR Operations /strong /pulliManage recruitment and selection activities for staff positions, in close coordination with the Central Talent Acquisition team. /liliOversee the recruitment of direct employees and manage relationships with temporary labor agencies. /liliMonitor and administer employee insurance programs and related contracts. /liliEnsure compliance with legal requirements related to employment contracts and personnel administration. /liliManage and maintain offer letter templates and employment contract documentation. /liliOversee personnel administration processes and ensure HR data accuracy and integrity. /liliMonitor and manage absenteeism, long-term sickness cases, and related processes. /liliAct as the primary contact for the PGB pension fund and related matters. /liliCoordinate the management of the company lease vehicle fleet in collaboration with the Central HR Function. /liliManage eHerkenning and related administrative requirements. /liliEnsure the accurate and timely completion of time attendance and payroll processes through external payroll providers. /liliCoordinate HR reporting activities with Finance, Plant Controlling, and IRCA Group. /liliSupport Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) initiatives aimed at strengthening the site's safety culture. /liliSupport the execution of the People Evaluation Process, as well as all related training and development programs, in coordination with the Central Learning Development function. /li /ulpstrongReporting Analysis /strong /ppPrepare and monitor weekly and monthly HR reports, providing insights and analyses on: /pulliHeadcount and Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) /liliLabor costs, budget tracking, and forecasting /liliAbsenteeism and sickness trends /liliEmployee turnover and retention metrics /liliRecruitment activities and vacancy status /liliLearning Development initiatives and training metrics /liliPayroll-related KPIs and workforce analytics /li /ul /pbRequirements: /bpullistrongEducation /strong: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Economics, or a related field /lilistrongProfessional Skills /strong: Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and HR processes; Experience in recruitment, talent management, performance and compensation management; Stron