Director HR, Indonesia

Job title – Director, HR Indonesia

Location – Jakarta, Indonesia

The Country Lead HR Regions is responsible to create a consistent "One DSM-Firmenich" employee experience at every moment that matters, by bringing to live Country BU strategies, Group HR plans and processes, DSM Firmenich Values & Behaviours and integrated HR solutions to the local levels, to build business growth and engaged teams.

At dsm-firmenich, people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your key responsibilities

Act as a key driver of the One dsm-firmenich initiative, deploying global and regional HR priorities consistently across Indonesia
Provide efficient, aligned, and lean HR solutions that balance business needs with employee experience
Foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and performance within a matrix environment
Drive talent development strategies, including strategic staffing, succession planning, and building strong talent pipelines for both plant operations and commercial functions

Build and maintain strong HR partnerships across all levels, promoting a high-performance and employee-oriented culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity, and workforce development
Accountable for managing labor relations and unions across all sites, fostering constructive dialogue while safeguarding business continuity

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

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including experience in a manufacturing/plant environment with both blue- and white-collar employees
Proven track record in leading HR at country or multi-site level, preferably in a multinational organization
Strong exposure to labor relations and union management in Indonesia

Experience driving talent management, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives
Demonstrated success in balancing strategic HR leadership with hands-on operational delivery

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).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity

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.