Senior HR Business Partner

Senior Manager HR Netherlands

Location: Delft, Netherlands

As Senior HR Business Partner for our Taste, Texture & Health (TTH) Business Unit in Delft, you are the strategic people partner to local TTH leaders and a key enabler of the TTH transformation. You shape and execute the People agenda aligned with business priorities, elevate leadership and team effectiveness, and ensure flawless delivery of the HR cycle. You combine strategic partnering with hands-on execution, data-driven decision support, and change leadership in a dynamic, scientific and multicultural environment.

Your key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partner for Business & Organizational Development
• Translate TTH and company strategy into the site People agenda; lead workforce planning, organizational design, capability building, and provide strategic HR insights to guide decisions on structure, investments, and priorities.
• Talent, Leadership & Culture Development
• Oversee the full talent cycle (succession, critical roles, talent identification, development planning), strengthen leadership pipelines, and coach leaders on performance, team development, wellbeing, and engagement. Foster an inclusive, high‑performance, and psychologically safe culture.
• HR Operational Excellence & Compliance
• Own delivery of the annual HR cycle (objective setting, performance reviews, talent processes, pay cycle, STI) and ensure data accuracy, process reliability, documentation quality, and continuous improvement. Partner with HR Operations to secure a consistent employee experience from hiring to exit.
• People Analytics
• Analyze people data to identify risks and opportunities; convert insights into evidence‑based recommendations and decision scenarios, while strengthening data literacy among managers.
• Transformation & Change Leadership
• Co‑lead local elements of TTH transformation programs, guide teams through change, ensure role clarity and adoption of operating models, and share best practices across sites.
• Strategic Projects & Light People Leadership
• Lead prioritized People projects (capability development, pipeline programs, data/process enhancements) and, when applicable, manage or coach a trainee/analyst or small project teams. .

We bring

• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next                   
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• Opportunities to work across continents, cultures, and functions, influencing senior leaders
• A collaborative, people centered culture where ideas are valued and diverse perspectives thrive                                                                                                                        
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• The chance to make a real impact on employee experience, performance, and wellbeing

You bring

• 5–7+ years progressive HRBP experience in complex, matrixed, and fast-moving environments; comfort with scientific/technical organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree required; HR qualification or Master’s degree is a plus.        
• Speak (written and spoken) Dutch 
• Strategic and business acumen – you connect people implications to business priorities, simplify complexity, and make sound, forward‑looking judgments.
• Talent, performance & employee relations expertise – you spot and develop talent, support succession and performance, and apply fairness, confidentiality, and balanced judgment in employee relations.
• A strong sense of accountability – you take initiative, speak up, and see things through. You are responsible and focus on what matters
• Strong communication & influencing ability – you distill complex topics clearly, adapt to scientific and multicultural audiences, and operate with a confident professional presence.
• Change agility & project leadership – you navigate ambiguity well, design and guide transitions, build adoption, and lead projects with structured planning, risk management, and delivery focus.
• A collaborative spirit & Dutch context expertise – you work seamlessly with the HR team, Centers of Expertise, peers, and stakeholders across countries, share best practices, and bring preferred proficiency in Dutch language and Dutch labour law to operate effectively in the local context.

About dsm-firmenich
 
 
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. 
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
 
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
 
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.
 
 
 
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
 
 
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
 
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
 
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you.
 
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.
 
 
Agency statement 
 
We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.