Shape the Future of HR in Benelux.
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
People & Culture: Fostering a purpose-driven, inclusive culture where talent thrives, leadership grows and every employee is empowered to make joy.
Are you ready to lead HR transformation and shape a culture where people thrive? We’re looking for a strategic HR leader to drive talent initiatives, empower teams, and make a real impact across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
The role is based in Hilversum (hybrid role).
Travel: Occasional.
Note: This position does not offer relocation or mobility support.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
- Lead HR Transformation: Optimize and harmonize HR processes to deliver efficient, high-quality services that empower our teams and support business objectives.
- Be a Strategic Partner: Collaborate with business leaders, HRBPs, and COEs to align talent strategies, drive change initiatives, and ensure our people agenda is at the heart of every decision.
- Inspire and Develop Teams: Manage and mentor the local HR team, fostering accountability, growth, and a culture of excellence.
- Drive Data-Driven Decisions: Use HR dashboards and analytics to uncover insights, support decision-making, and continuously improve our employee experience.
- Champion Employee Relations: Handle complex cases and internal investigations with professionalism, confidentiality, and care.
- Lead Organizational Change: Partner with COEs to implement organizational design, work structures, and team-based systems that support our evolving business.
- Support Talent Acquisition & Rewards: Work closely with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and other COEs to deliver seamless HR support across the region.
What Makes You the Right Fit
- 12+ years of HR experience, including 7+ years in a global/matrixed organization.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Fluent in English & Dutch
How Would You Stand Out?
- Hands-on experience with Workday (or similar HRIS) and Global Business Services (GBS) is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Why Choose Us?
Join a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, where diversity and innovation drive success. Your unique perspective will help us create a better future!
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us shape the future of HR in Benelux
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
