Location: Waddinxveen, Netherlands
Employment: Part-time (32 hours per week), fixed contract 1 year
Salary: Competitive
Introduction
Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for empowering people and driving organizational success? At Fresh Solutions Netherlands B.V., we’re looking for a dedicated HR Specialist to join our dynamic team in Waddinxveen. In this pivotal role, you’ll have the chance to take ownership of key HR activities, from talent management to compliance, and contribute directly to achieving our business objectives. Ready to bring your expertise and make a real difference? Keep reading to find out more!
About Fresh Solutions
At Fresh Solutions, innovation, speed, sustainability and a positive, collaborative working culture take centre stage. As a full-service provider of vegetables, fruit, flowers and plants, we are proud to be part of the renowned Greenyard group of companies based in Belgium.
Greenyard is one of the largest fruit and vegetable suppliers in the world, offering healthy products for every lifestyle, age group and consumption. The Greenyard Group supplies its customers around the world, including Europe's largest retailers, with delicious plant-based products every day through three divisions: fresh, frozen or prepared, and employs around 9,000 people in 19 countries at various locations worldwide. Our vision is to make life healthier by helping people to enjoy fruit and vegetables easily, quickly and conveniently at any time of the day.
With over 400 dedicated colleagues at a total of 5 locations in Germany and in the Netherlands, Fresh Solutions supplies one of the largest retailers in Germany with fresh products and contributes to Greenyard's global success.
Are you ready to become part of an international team at our Distribution Centre in Waddinxveen, that promotes sustainable growth and efficiency in the supply chain and where you can continuously learn and contribute to a healthier future every day? This is your chance!
Your Role as HR Specialist
As an HR Specialist, you will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and executing diverse HR activities across Personnel Management, Compensation & Benefits, Training & Development, and Recruitment & Selection. You’ll act as an HR expert, advising managers and employees while implementing policies aligned with organizational goals, the People and Culture Strategy and best practices. Your proactive and hands-on approach will ensure efficient operations and high-quality results.
Your tasks include:
- HR Coordination and Execution: Manage daily HR operations and coordinate projects to achieve organizational goals in collaboration with team members and external partners.
- Advisory and Support: Provide HR consultancy to managers and employees on topics like Hr policies, performance management, conflict resolution, and change management.
- Performance and Development Management: Organize performance evaluations and implement development programs to foster employee growth and satisfaction.
- Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to labor laws, maintain accurate HR data, and produce reports for key stakeholders.
- Compensation and Benefits: Guide on salary structures, manage employment contracts, and ensure alignment with labor regulations.
What you should bring with you
You are a driven HR professional with excellent communication and organizational skills. With your strategic mindset and problem-solving abilities, you excel in a fast-paced environment.
Must-haves:
- Experience: At least 3 years in a similar HR role (e.g., HR Coordination, Compensation & Benefits, HR Advisor)
- Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Skills: Proficiency in HR software and advanced Excel; in depth understanding of labor laws and HR compliance; strong ability in prioritization and time management.
- Languages: Fluency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience in digitalizing HR processes and setting up HR KPIs.
- Knowledge in working with ADP and/or Workday
- Proven ability to manage HR projects and drive organizational change.
- A hands-on mentality and a detail-oriented approach to HR operations.
Why choose Fresh Solutions?
At Fresh Solutions, we value our employees and invest in their growth. Here’s what you can expect:
- A dynamic and supportive work environment with a strong team culture.
- A competitive salary aligned with your expertise and experience.
- Excellent benefits, including a fully paid basic pension, 26 vacation days based on fulltime, a company phone and laptop and access to a Corporate shopping platform with attractive discounts at many shops and providers.
- Hybrid working opportunities and flexibility in working hours, options for mobile work on a daily basis
- Professional development opportunities to grow with our global organization.
- Make a difference: Work in a smaller organisation with the benefits of a large group with intercultural teams.
- The chance to contribute to innovative HR processes and make a real impact.
How to Apply
Do you see yourself in this role and are you excited to join our team? We invite you to apply! Please submit your CV and cover letter via the application button below. If you have any questions or would like to have an introduction call, please contact Annamarie Leerink at +31612550996. We look forward to receiving your application!
Diversity and Inclusion
Fresh Solutions is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone.
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