Senior Manager, Global HRBP

Come Ride With Us as Cannondale's Senior Manager, Global HRBP. You’ve led HR teams through complexity and change across cultures, time zones, and business functions, and you understand that great strategy only works when it’s grounded in trust, clarity, and people-first leadership. You'll elevate our People team by connecting global priorities with local needs. You don’t just advise leaders; you help them think differently about talent. You’ve turned data into action, built teams that scale, and brought consistency while honoring what makes each region unique. Without you, we risk missing the opportunity to unify and accelerate our people strategy. With you, we grow with purpose and lead with impact.

Note: This is not a remote position. This role is based in our Europe HQ in Woudenberg, Netherlands.

How You'll Make an Impact:

Strategic Partnership:

· Partner closely with business leaders to embed people strategies into broader business plans, using talent insights and workforce data to shape tangible outcomes

· Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals and enhance organizational effectiveness

· Partner with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Internal Communications in various areas (employee engagement, talent development, employee relations, compensation & benefits, HR policies and processes, etc.)

· Engages regularly with senior leaders and is ready to represent the People function in key business forums and leadership discussions

Talent Development:

· Contribute to the design of global people programs—including leadership and talent development, engagement, and DEI—by ensuring regional insights and workforce needs are reflected in enterprise-wide initiatives

· Lead succession planning process. Identify and address talent gaps, ensuring the right people are in the right roles to meet business objectives

People Management:

· Lead a team of multiple international HRBPs and indirectly oversee facilities/hospitality teams, providing clear guidance, opportunities to develop, and instilling trust within the group

· Drive consistency and efficiency in HR processes across different regions

· Champion and encourage a positive working environment and effective teamwork in line with the Company’s values, behaviors, and culture

Employee Relations and Engagement:

· Foster a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns, managing conflict resolutions, and promoting employee engagement

· Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and retention

Change Management:

· Support organizational change initiatives, providing guidance on managing change and ensuring smooth transitions

· Develop and implement change management strategies that support business transformation and growth

· Work collaboratively with the Leadership team and encourage a culture of continuous process improvement

· Challenge existing ways of working and identify opportunities to innovate across HR tools, processes, and programs

· Contribute to the company's success by leading and assisting in other projects and tasks assigned

Compliance and Governance:

· Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations

· Monitor and enforce ethical standards and practices within the organization.

· Follow internal controls and company policy as set by company and job function

What You Bring to the Table:

· Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

· Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR, with at least 5 years in a senior HRBP role.

· Proven track record of successfully partnering with senior leaders and driving HR initiatives on a global scale.

· Strong understanding of global HR practices, employment laws, and cultural nuances, with special attention to the Netherlands

· Proven understanding of HR practices in US, Canada, UK, and other EU countries

· Fluent in Dutch and English

· Demonstrated experience using data to influence and inform decision-making

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

· Ability to think strategically and execute effectively, while assessing risk

· Experience in managing change and driving organizational transformation

Some of our Great Benefits:  

• Hybrid work environment 
• Generous Paid Time Off  
• Great discounts on company products 
• Employee Wellness Program Pon Fit  
• A mix of casual yet professional culture 
• Discount additional health insurance package  
• Onsite gym (Almelo and Woudenberg) 
• Travel reimbursement  
• Collective Labour Agreement Metalektro 
• Pension plan 

Want a closer look into what it's like to Come Ride With Us? Explore more of Cannondale on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

About the organization 

As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family, Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands' largest family-owned businesses, as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world: Pon.Bike, including brands like Gazelle, Santa Cruz, Cervélo, Kalkhoff, Focus, Urban Arrow, Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we value a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, regardless of your gender or race, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Our DEI Mission Statement: At Cannondale, we are on a mission to ensure all members of the cycling community feel that they belong. Our commitment to celebrating individuality and differences extends beyond our diverse line up of bikes to our workplace culture, where we recognize and embrace the strengths and viewpoints of each team member, regardless of their background or identity. We are thankful for the feedback and perspectives that challenge us to create more inclusivity in this space and hold us accountable to making meaningful progress.

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