HR Expert
Job Title: HRBP
Location: Toluca - Mexico
As HR Expert for the Toluca Plant, you will play a highly dynamic and exciting role representing the Human Resources area for Toluca, bringing strong leadership and experience. You will work closely with the Country HR Head in Mexico to implement strategic and operational programs, processes, and initiatives for the area, adapting them to regional/local requirements and needs.
You will be associated with the regional business HRBPs and other key positions of the Regional HR team, to guarantee the best services focused on serving the Toluca plant and its operation plants.
You will implement value stream initiatives that offer a high impact on the employee experience/journey, taking care of the key processes for dsm-firmenich, delivering solutions to the client, positively influencing local leadership, and guaranteeing compliance with regulations, policies, and the development of our people.
Your key responsibilities
- Support HR leadership and labor relations by optimizing HR processes, managing union interactions, and handling employee relations and disciplinary procedures in alignment with the company’s Code of Ethics and labor regulations.
- Lead and deliver strategic HR projects across talent and business areas, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the full HR value chain—from recruitment and onboarding to development and retention.
- Drive change management and continuous improvement, implementing initiatives that strengthen performance management, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
- Ensure strong internal communication practices, establishing feedback mechanisms and communication strategies that keep employees and leaders informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational changes and priorities.
- Promote a culture of engagement and commitment, acting as a cultural ambassador to foster employee participation, long-term retention, and positive labor relations through inclusive and purpose-driven programs.
- Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) by integrating inclusive practices into talent acquisition, career development, engagement, and organizational climate, ensuring equitable opportunities and a strong sense of belonging.
We offer
- Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
- A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
- A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
- Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
- A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
- A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.
You bring
- Academic education or careers related to the Human Resources area, with a minimum of 5/7 years of experience in the market.
- Highly qualified, with experience working in plants, knowledge of local Mexican labor laws, union relations, specialist in HR process management.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and databases (Microsoft Office; Intermediate Excel; SAP; SRM)
- Proactivity, adaptation to change, ability to implement, and assertive communication will be key skills for this position.
- High level of ambiguity management.
- English language proficiency.
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.
Our application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).
For further information, please contact Margarida Perfetto, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (margarida.perfetto@dsm-firmenich.com)
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, 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.