Human Resources Business Partner 

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Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.  We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Large Power Systems team to support Caterpillar large engine production at our Kiel facility. 

What You Will Do: 

• Support the establishment of a World-class, safety-driven Manufacturing facility by ensuring resourcing and talent needs are met, and by delivering an engaging work environment. 

• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize Human Resources initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. 

• Align HR policies and programs which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance. 

• Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits, etc. 

• Lead on collaboration with the local works council ensuring regular dialogue to deliver positive employee relations and execution of any works council agreements. 

• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management. 
   

What You Have (Key Skills/Experience Required): 

• Extensive experience in Human Resources consulting 

• Strong background in Talent Management 

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking 

• Business Acumen 

• Influencing others and strategy 

• Experience being part of leadership team and leading change 

• Comprehensive expertise in works constitution, social security, and labor law, including the application of collective agreements—ideally within the metal and electrical industries 

• Proven track record of collaborating with works councils and implementing company agreements 

• Very good German (at least C1) and good English skills (at least B2) 

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills): 

• Degree or apprenticeship in Human Resources Management or a related field. 

• Demonstrated expertise in HR within a Manufacturing Operations Environment. 

• Previous experience of establishing and maintaining positive employee relations & work culture. 

What You Will Get: 

• Varied, responsible, and challenging tasks 

• Opportunity to shape the future for a newly created entity

• Excellent earning opportunities according to the Caterpillar compensation system 

• 30 days of vacation 

• Company pension plan 

• Bicycle leasing / job ticket / wellbeing allowance 

Additional Information: 

We are back! This role requires being in the office five days a week. 

Note - Relocation is offered with this role. 

A valid work permit or EU-25/EFTA citizenship is required for this position.