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Director HR Strategy and Execution (m/f/d)

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Fresenius Kabi

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Bad Homburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 3+ years in consulting, 5+ years in Pharma, strong financial acumen, project management skills, excellent communication, and an interest in AI trends.
  • You will support HR leadership, execute strategic initiatives, manage KPIs, align HR with corporate goals, enhance communication, drive capability development, and address cross-functional challenges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, HR, or a related field. MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of professional work experience in management consulting, internal consulting, or strategy departments with proven success in leading large-scale initiatives
  • 5+ years of professional experience in the Pharma/Life Science industry, preferably in project/program management and business-oriented roles with exposure to strategy execution & delivery is desirable. HR experience is optional
  • Strong financial acumen and data analytics skills, with the ability to manage HR budgets, forecasts, and KPIs to drive business decisions
  • Expertise in planning, managing and executing complex projects (Agile experience desired) across functions / regions while engaging and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills, comfortable in presenting ideas and initiatives to senior stakeholders
  • Independent, confident, and capable of challenging the status quo when necessary.
  • Interest in and awareness of emerging trends, particularly in AI, adopting an AI-first approach to improve processes.
  • Strong operational excellence mindset with meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
  • Understanding of complex, multi-business unit structures and international communities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)

Responsibilities

  • Steering HR Leadership: Provide comprehensive support to Fresenius Kabi CHRO, including preparing Global HR Leadership Team (GHRLT) meetings, including designing team workshops, facilitating leadership meetings, aligning with and preparing for Executive Leadership Team meetings, and ensuring alignment with the organization’s broader goals. Support in preparing for global summits and various workshops when appropriate
  • Strategic Projects Leadership: Own the execution of HR strategy initiatives, liaise with initiative leads, and ensure seamless integration and connection across various project efforts and with corporate priorities
  • HR Strategy Support: Work closely with the CHRO to develop, define, and implement the HR strategy, identifying key success factors and tracking progress. Act as a sparring partner to the CHRO and GHRLT team, translating strategic ideas into actionable plans and identifying opportunities for growth and efficiency
  • KPI and Financial Dashboard Management: Set up and manage an HR KPI and Financial Dashboard to track and report on key metrics, including data gathering, analysis, and insights to support decision-making
  • Alignment with Fresenius HR Strategy: Ensure alignment with the wider organizational goals by managing relationships with group stakeholders and ensuring communication flows between the Fresenius Group HR and Fresenius Kabi HR, as well as other business stakeholders. Collaborate closely with the CEOs and other functions on executive-level topics, ensuring alignment and smooth execution
  • Communication & Community Building: Foster communication and build a sense of community within the global HR organization at Fresenius Kabi to drive collaboration and cohesion
  • Capability Development & Capacity Planning: Assess business needs related to capability development and capacity planning, aligning HR resources to meet these demands effectively. Promote a culture of transparency and open communication, fostering a collaborative environment
  • Cross-Functional Challenges: Take on cross-functional challenges as they emerge

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Director HR Strategy and Execution?

The main responsibilities include providing comprehensive support to the CHRO, owning the execution of HR strategy initiatives, managing HR KPI and Financial Dashboard, fostering communication within the HR organization, and tackling cross-functional challenges as they arise.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, HR, or a related field is required, with an MBA preferred. Additionally, candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in management consulting or strategy departments, as well as 5+ years in the Pharma/Life Science industry.

Is HR experience mandatory for this role?

HR experience is optional, although experience in project/program management and business-oriented roles within the Pharma/Life Science industry is desirable.

What skills are essential for the role?

Essential skills include strong financial acumen, data analytics skills, expertise in project management, excellent communication skills, a mindset for operational excellence, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders.

What type of projects will the Director be leading?

The Director will lead large-scale HR strategy initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and ensure these initiatives are aligned with corporate priorities and organizational goals.

Is there an emphasis on emerging technologies in this role?

Yes, there is a strong interest in and awareness of emerging trends, particularly in AI, with an emphasis on adopting an AI-first approach to improve HR processes.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

This role requires an independent approach but also involves collaboration with the CHRO, Global HR Leadership Team, and various stakeholders across the organization.

What is the expected level of communication skills for this role?

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and initiatives confidently to senior stakeholders.

What are the reporting and relationship management expectations?

The Director is expected to manage relationships with group stakeholders, ensure alignment between Fresenius Group HR and Fresenius Kabi HR, and collaborate closely with CEOs on executive-level topics.

Is proficiency in languages other than English advantageous?

Yes, proficiency in additional languages is a plus, although excellent English skills are essential.

Fresenius Kabi

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1912
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fresenius Kabi is a global healthcare company that specializes in lifesaving medicines and technologies for infusion, transfusion and clinical nutrition. The company’s products and services are used for the therapy and care of critically and chronically ill patients. Its product portfolio comprises a range of highly complex biopharmaceuticals, clinical nutrition, medical technologies, and I.V. generic drugs. Within biopharmaceuticals, Fresenius Kabi offers, among others, biosimilar drugs with a focus on autoimmune diseases and oncology. The company’s clinical nutrition offering includes a wide selection of enteral and parenteral nutrition products. In the segment of medical technologies, its offering includes vital disposables, infusions pumps, apheresis machines, cell therapy devices, and more. Fresenius Kabi puts essential medicines and technologies in the hands of people who help patients and finds the best answers to the challenges they face. Following its “Vision 2026”, the company is furthermore committed to increase efficiencies in the therapy and care of patients and improve access to high-quality healthcare around the globe. Fresenius Kabi aspires to be leading globally in its product segments – all for the benefit of patients, its customers, and its stakeholders.