Plant HR Manager (f/m/d)

Novelis

13h•Onsite

About The Position

As Plant HR Manager, you are accountable for end-to-end HR at site level and translate the global people strategy into a robust site roadmap supporting business performance, operational excellence, workforce readiness, and full compliance. This role involves Site HR Leadership & Business Partnering, Employee Relations, Compliance & Governance, Talent, Leadership & Engagement, Payroll, Benefits & HR Operations, and Reporting & Analytics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Labor Relations, Psychology, HR Management, or related field
10+ years of HR leadership experience in a multinational environment
Proven site-level manufacturing HR leadership experience
Experience in matrix and/or multi-site organizations
Strong in strategic thinking and business acumen
Solid labor relations expertise
Ability to influence, lead change, and drive transformation
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
High integrity, cultural awareness, and interpersonal impact
Fluent in French and English
German is a plus

Responsibilities

Define and deliver the Site HR Roadmap aligned with global strategy
Act as trusted advisor to the Site Leadership Team
Drive performance, leadership effectiveness, and organizational health
Lead change, transformation, and cultural initiatives
Manage HR budget and improve process efficiency
Represent the site in global HR initiatives
Ensure labor law compliance and manage employee relations (investigations, grievances, disputes)
Engage with employee representatives and social partners
Represent HR in internal and external audits
Ensure ethics, integrity, and a strong speak-up culture
Enforce policies, controls, and regulatory requirements
Lead workforce planning aligned with current and future needs
Oversee recruitment for critical roles
Drive performance management, leadership development, and succession planning
Ensure high-quality onboarding and employee development
Execute learning & development initiatives
Support internal communication and employer branding
Ensure accurate and compliant payroll and benefits governance
Partner with Total Rewards on compensation practices
Oversee time & attendance, absenteeism, and HR data quality
Ensure proper HR administration and reporting governance
Deliver accurate and timely HR reporting
Use HR KPIs to support data-driven decisions
Monitor trends (retention, engagement, performance, workforce risks)