Chiquita is a leading global company with 20,000 employees across 30 countries. We are passionate about our nutritious, high-quality, energy-rich and value-added bananas.

Chiquita's products are sold in nearly 70 countries around the world. Chiquita Brands International grows, procures, markets and sells bananas and other fresh fruits under the Chiquita brand and other names.

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for functional HR leadership to Chiquita business facilities in Europe and Middle East. This role requires a highly experienced candidate who has extensive experience in European employment law, payroll processes, benefits and employee labor relations, and the ability to affect change in a fast paced and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have the ability to shift quickly between big-picture strategizing and detailed implementation.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct the Management team on HR policies and leadership development initiatives
• Assist management in implementing HR practices
• Provide strategic direction in areas of employment activities
• Recruitment and selection: Provides support in the complete recruitment cycle for assigned customer groups. This includes: submitting postings, assist with job documentation/compliance requirements, conducts interviews, provides input to hiring managers, performs reference checks, recommends compensation levels, and assists with payroll processes and benefits administration.
• On Boarding: Provides support to HR Director & hiring managers by ensuring all new hire paperwork/ background checks are completed timely and as per policy. Is primary HR contact for all new hires; conducts new hire orientations and facilitates transition into business/organizational unit. Partners with 1st level supervisor to ensure goal setting and development plans are executed in a timely manner.
• HR policy Administration: Supports the HR Director in the documentation and implementation of HR and corporate policy and procedures and interpret as appropriate for the operational units.
• Training and Development: In coordination with the HR Director and management, determines individual & organizational development needs throughout the operations, and implementing training programs that effectively support organizational efforts. Provides support on HR projects and programs as and when required.
• Requires the ability to effectively communicate with associates at all levels of the organization, from operational to executive.
• Conduct internal investigations as required.
• Hands on Employee Relations

  Education/Experience:

• HR processes, policy, and procedure development and implementation skills
• Demonstrated experience managing labor law issues
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Solid business knowledge
• Advanced project management skills
• High degree of cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Computer literate (MS Office: Excel, Word and Power Point)

Other Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Previous experience working in Food Processing facility
• Workday Applications or equivalent experience

 Experience:

•  Minimum of 8-15 years of progressive HR experience, preferably with fresh produce businesses

 Education/Training:

• BA/BS degree in related field (required)
• SPHR certified or equivalent

What we offer:

• Collaboration with a worldwide known, international company
• Demanding position with many tasks
• Opportunities of development