Human Resources Manager Benelux and Nordics

Dedicated to Stoma Care

Location: Fredensborg, Norway, and Sweden 
Department: Human Resources 

Summary

The Human Resources Manager is a strategic and hands-on partner to both the Nordics and Benelux Business Units, with a combined headcount of 90 Associates. This position is responsible for providing proactive, operational HR advice and support in organizational design, talent development, performance management, recruitment, and change management. The role involves diagnosing and addressing HR-related issues, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills, and maintaining a strong sense of urgency. The position aligns with the company’s mission, vision, strategy, and culture, ensuring the continued growth and success of the organization. The ideal location for this candidate is in Denmark, but candidates in Norway and Sweden will be considered. 

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with General Manager and leadership teams of the Nordics and Benelux Business Units.
• Implement HR programs in alignment with our People & Culture strategy.
• Develop and implement effective resource planning and organizational design strategies.
• Drive the internal Succession and Development Planning (DSP) process and partner with the business to build a strong talent pipeline to support and enhance business goals.
• Cultivate our Culture by connecting purpose with performance. Drive the local Hollister Performance Management (HPM) and Merit processes.
• Advise and counsel all levels of Leadership and Associates on people and organization-related matters, including employee relations and performance issues.
• Develop and implement effective Recruitment and Onboarding strategies, including Employer Value Proposition.
• Drive Engagement and open two-way communication by supporting Associate Experience Surveys and Action Plans.
• Coach and develop people leaders in building high-performing teams, leading people through change, and driving sales and commercial excellence.
• Partner with global HR functions (compensation, benefits, and learning and development) to deliver appropriate and timely programs and processes.
• Maintain a network of external contacts to support business needs.
• Develop and implement processes to continually improve the quality of HR services and programs.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the manager.

Work Experience/Requirements

• 12-15 years of generalist human resources experience
• B.S. / B.A in Business, or related field (required)
• MBA or MS (a plus)
• Experience working in a multinational business, ideally with a track record of operating effectively in a matrix organization across cultural borders
• Strong mix of business understanding and operational HR experience

Specialized Skills 

• Ability to act as a thought partner to key business stakeholders, leading and managing crucial conversations.
• Critical thinking skills, with the ability to diagnose and analyze problems.
• Strong knowledge across core functional areas: recruitment, reward and recognition, employee communications, employee relations, and performance management.
• Ability to operate autonomously and independently while building relationships within a global HR team.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence without authority.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to act with urgency.

About DansacDansac has provided innovative solutions for people with ostomies, clinicians and carers for more than four decades. The company was founded in 1971 in Fredensborg, Denmark. Dansac has since become part of Hollister Incorporated, which is located in Libertyville, Illinois, USA. At Hollister and Dansac, we are passionate about the work we do, and we are committed to making life more rewarding and dignified for our employees and for the people who use our products and services. A career with our company can take many paths, all of which lead to rewarding opportunities.What We Offer

The anticipated base salary range for this position is 854,968 DKK - 1,039,269 DKK. The actual salary varies based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, abilities, and other legitimate business factors.

• Vacation days in accordance with the Danish Holiday Act + 5  “Feriefridage” days
• Pension Scheme 7% Employee, 14% Employer – by AP Pension
• Work from home 2 days per week
• Health Insurance by Sundhedssikring, including Rehabilitation, Health Counseling (Offered for managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, COPD, and severe obesity), Personal Health Programs, Youth Counseling (for individuals aged 16-27 years), Telephone Psychological Help, Online Dietitian Consultations, Foot Therapy
• Critical Illness cover
• Home internet reimbursement
• Free snack/beverages in Fredensborg office

Benefits and Compensation for candidates in Norway and Sweden are available upon request.