ppAt Nestlé Purina we are committed to creating richer lives for pets and the people who love them, providing high-quality nutrition for cats and dogs and doing more of what matters for pets, people and planet.
/p pWe are looking for a passionate and entrepreneurial HR Business Partner who will be responsible for the people agenda and will also lead the people attraction and recruitment during the launch of a new manufacturing site.
/p pThis is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a strategic greenfield project, building the workforce from the ground up and shaping the site's employer brand within the local community.
You will partner with business leaders to design and execute a scalable hiring strategy that supports the installation, start-up and operational ramp-up of a modern and highly automated production facility.
/p pYou will work within a global organization committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
/p h3Position Snapshot /h3 ul liNestlé Purina Italy, Greenfield Project Mantova /li liPermanent and full-time role /li liNestlé welcomes people with disabilities /li liAt least 7 years of experience in HR roles /li liProven experience managing high-volume recruitment projects /li liExperience in supporting industrial/manufacturing environments is strongly preferred /li liPrevious involvement in greenfield, startup or large-scale workforce build-up projects is a strong plus /li liStrong stakeholder management and project management skills /li liExperience in Employer Branding and Talent Attraction initiatives /li liItalian and English fluent /li liCompensation Package: CCNL Industria Alimentare, Quadro, Gross Annual Base Salary €******,00 + annual premio.
/li /ul h3Position Summary /h3 pAs HR Business Partner for the manufacturing plant, you will play a key role in supporting the start-up and growth of a new production site.
During the initial phase, you will lead recruitment activities and workforce planning, ensuring the attraction, selection and onboarding of the talent required to support the plant's ramp-up.
/p pAs the organization grows,



you will become the main HR reference point for the site, managing the full employee lifecycle and partnering with the Plant Leadership Team to drive people strategies, organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
You will also be responsible for fostering constructive employee and industrial relations, acting as a trusted partner for managers, employees and trade union representatives.
/p h3A day in the life of a HR Business Partner: /h3 ul liLead recruitment and workforce planning activities to support the start-up and expansion of the manufacturing plant.
/li liPartner with business leaders to implement people initiatives aligned with operational and organizational priorities.
/li liManage core HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, talent development, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
/li liSupport managers in building high-performing teams, developing leadership capabilities and managing change.
/li liEnsure compliance with labour legislation, company policies and collective agreements.
/li liBuild and maintain positive employee relations, managing day-to-day people matters and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
/li liAct as the key HR contact for industrial relations activities, fostering constructive relationships with employee representatives and trade unions.
/li /ul h3What will make you successful?
/h3 ul liPrevious experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role within a manufacturing, industrial or operations environment.
/li liProven experience in recruitment and workforce planning, ideally supporting business growth or plant start-up projects.
/li liSolid knowledge of HR processes, labour law and employee relations.




/li liExperience in managing or supporting industrial relations and interactions with trade unions.
/li liStrong stakeholder management, coaching and influencing skills.
/li liAbility to balance operational priorities with strategic HR initiatives in a dynamic environment.
/li liResilience, flexibility and a hands?on approach to supporting the business and its people.
/li /ul h3What we offer?
/h3 pAt Nestlé we believe that success is driven by people.
That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support well-being, growth, and quality of life: /p ul liWork-life balance – flexible working arrangements and hybrid options /li liContinuous learning – access to training, certifications, and development programs /li liHealth well-being – private health insurance and wellness initiatives /li liCorporate welfare – flexible benefits platform /li liCareer growth – internal mobility and development opportunities /li liInclusive culture – collaborative and people-first environment.
/li /ul h3What does it mean working at Purina?
/h3 pAt Purina, we've worked hard to create a high-performing and caring environment where everyone belongs, and where everyone can push themselves.
/p pWhen you join our mission to create richer lives for pets, the people who love them and the planet we share, you'll find lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and expertise, both at Purina and across the wider Nestlé community.
/p pYou'll become part of a passionate and successful international team who, as industry pioneers and leaders in their field, are continually striving for better, who feel safe and supported to challenge, to experiment, to drive change and to be their true selves at work.
/p pWe're committed to ensuring the whole team can experience the power of Purina, pushing their limits and realising their full potential.
/p pThat's the Power of Purina.
/p pAre you ready to discover what's possible?
/p pPurina is part of Nestlé Group.
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