At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you.
We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Head of HR Wattens & Global HR Business Partner Global Supply Chain to join our team in Wattens, Austria.
In this dual leadership role, you will combine local HR leadership for one of our key manufacturing sites with strategic global HR partnership to the Chief Supply Chain Officer and their leadership team. You will play a pivotal role in driving the implementation of our Global People Strategy, ensuring operational HR excellence locally while enabling business transformation and organizational effectiveness across the Global Supply Chain.
As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will shape a high-performance culture, strengthen leadership capabilities, and drive key people initiatives in a complex, global environment.
The role is a member of the local Wattens SteerCo as well as the Global Supply Chain and Corporate HR Leadership Teams, reporting directly to the General Manager Wattens and functionally to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
About the Job
Lead the HR function in Wattens, overseeing all HR-related matters and ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality HR operations.
Drive the implementation of the Global People Strategy locally, ensuring alignment with business priorities and global standards.
Ensure smooth execution of core people processes (e.g., performance management, compensation cycles, talent reviews) in close collaboration with HR Operations.
Actively develop and drive relationships with social partners (e.g., Works Council, local authorities) and ensure compliance with local legislation and employee relations frameworks.
Build and lead a strong local HR team and foster the collaboration with GBS HR Operations teams.
Act as a strategic HR Business Partner to the Chief Supply Chain Officer and the Global Supply Chain leadership team.
Coach, guide, and challenge senior leaders at local and global level, strengthening leadership effectiveness and performance culture.
Translate business needs into clear HR priorities and initiatives, enabling organizational effectiveness and transformation.
Drive organizational design, change management, and transformation initiatives.
About You
Proven experience as a senior HR leader or HR Business Partner in a global/multinational environment, ideally within manufacturing or supply chain organizations.
Strong expertise as a 360° HR generalist, including employee relations and labor law.
Experience in managing social relations and working with employee representatives.
Demonstrated ability to operate at executive level, influencing senior stakeholders and driving strategic decisions.
Track record in organizational design, transformation, and change management in complex environments.
Experience in talent management, succession planning, and leadership development at scale.
Strong leadership and coaching capabilities, with the ability to build high-performing teams and foster a performance-driven culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across global networks and functions.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights to inform HR decisions.
Global mindset, with experience working in matrix organizations and cross-border environments.
Fluency in German and English.
Willingness to travel as required.
What We Offer
You can expect a range of benefits, including:
Learning and career development programs to help you grow
A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance
Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products
Travel allowance/public transport ticket/bike leasing
Company subsidy for lunch in the canteens
Company pension plan (from the 3rd year of employment)
Company day care center
Free sports and health programs
Subsidy for private health insurance
Loyalty benefits such as bonuses, anniversary gifts, etc.
About Swarovski
Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.
Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.
Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.
Due to legal reasons, we advise that the collectively agreed base monthly salary for this position is at least € 8355,43 gross. Our actual salaries are market competitive and take individual qualifications and experience into consideration.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a senior HR leader or HR Business Partner in a global/multinational environment
- Experience within manufacturing or supply chain organizations
- 360° HR generalist expertise, including employee relations and labor law
- Experience managing social relations and working with employee representatives/Works Council
- Ability to operate at executive level and influence senior stakeholders
- Track record in organizational design, transformation, and change management
- Experience in talent management, succession planning, and leadership development at scale
- Strong leadership, coaching capabilities and ability to build high-performing teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for global collaboration
- Strong analytical mindset and ability to use data to inform HR decisions
- Global mindset and experience working in matrix, cross-border environments
- Fluency in German and English
- Willingness to travel as required
What We Do
Swarovski is an Austrian luxury goods company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-quality crystal jewelry, watches, and accessories. The company is renowned for its precision-cut crystals and long-standing heritage in craftsmanship and innovation.
