Sr. HR Manager at Phinia in Duesseldorf

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ABOUT US PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. PHINIA is a diversified industrial supplier and global leader in the development of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, with a strong portfolio of trusted brands that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY®, and HARTRIDGE™. With over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, PHINIA has approximately 12,500 talented employees and over 40 locations in 20 countries and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. Read More JOB PURPOSE The Sr. HR Manager plays a critical role in translating global HR strategy into consistent, effective, and locally relevant execution, while providing hands-on HR leadership and support to assigned local sites in Germany. This role partners closely with local and global business leaders, site leadership, and regional HR teams to address workforce needs, employee relations, recruitment, talent development, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement. The role helps build a strong, values-based culture while ensuring compliance with local labor laws and alignment with global HR policies and practices. PAY RANGE 96.000,00 - 120.000,00 - 144.000,00 EUR Annual KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Key responsibilities HR Strategy & Business Partnership Partner with global and regional leaders to deliver HR solutions aligned to business strategy, growth, and transformation priorities. Translate global HR framework (e.g., talent, performance, rewards, recruitment) into actionable local plans. Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on workforce planning, organization design, and change management. Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, or improve HR processes, leveraging technology and data where possible. Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned local sites, providing practical support on workforce priorities, organizational needs, and day-to-day people matters. Build strong relationships with local site leadership and coach leaders on effective people management, employee engagement, and consistent application of HR practices. Talent & Organizational Effectiveness Support global talent processes including performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and workforce capability building. Drive consistency and quality in talent reviews, ensuring strong pipelines for critical roles. Partner with leaders to address organization effectiveness, engagement, and culture outcomes. Employee Relations & Compliance Provide guidance on employee relations matters ensuring alignment with local laws and global standards. Support investigations, performance issues, and employment actions with sound judgment, consistency, and risk awareness. Ensure global HR policies are understood, applied consistently, and adapted as needed for local regulatory environments. Provide hands-on support to local leaders on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, attendance, conduct, performance, and documentation. Recruitment & Workforce Support Partner with local leaders and recruiting teams to identify hiring needs, define role requirements, and develop effective sourcing and selection strategies. Support recruitment for key local roles, ensuring a consistent candidate experience, timely hiring decisions, and alignment with workforce plans. Change, Culture & Engagement Support enterprise-wide change initiatives, including restructuring, transformation programs, and new ways of working. Reinforce company values through people processes, leadership behaviors, and employee experience initiatives. Partner with regional teams to strengthen engagement and inclusion across diverse cultures and geographies. What we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated exposure to global or multi‑country environments Strong knowledge of core HR disciplines Pro