Head of HR Operations (f/m/d)

NovaTaste is a global leader in taste innovation, delivering tailored culinary solutions and memorable taste experiences. A broad portfolio of renowned brands across Europe and internationally brings together extensive expertise in spices, seasoning blends, marinades, functional ingredients and food cultures. Close to its customers and anchored in global expertise, NovaTaste develops tailored solutions for food manufacturers, wholesalers, butchers, gastronomy and food service operators. These solutions enhance taste, texture and shelf life while consistently addressing sustainability and functional requirements. The company operates 21 locations in Europe, North America and Asia and employs more than 2,400 people who serve over 12,000 customers worldwide.

The People Operations Manager DACH(I) leads and continuously improves HR operational services across the DACH(I) region, ensuring reliable, compliant, and scalable people processes across the full employee lifecycle – from hiring to exit.

As part of the People Operations pillar, this role is responsible for delivering high‑quality HR services, including operational Talent Acquisition and employee lifecycle management, while enabling HR Business Partners to focus on strategic leadership and people advisory work.

Tasks

• Lead and continuously improve HR operations across DACH(I), including employee data administration, HRIS accuracy, hire‑to‑retire processes, payroll coordination, time & absence, travel expenses, and personnel documentation
• Manage and develop the regional People Operations team, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Act as the primary operational interface for employees, works councils, and external partners; serve as escalation point for complex operational matters
• Drive HR process standardization, digitalization, and optimization, including ownership of SuccessFactors usage, HR reporting, and automation initiatives
• Ensure full compliance with local labor law, data protection, and governance requirements; lead operational works council interactions and negotiations
• Own the operational Talent Acquisition setup, including SuccessFactors Recruiting, recruiting workflows, onboarding, and standardized offboarding processes
   

Skills

• Proven experience in HR Operations / People Operations in a multi‑country environment
• Strong knowledge of labor law and HR operations in the DACH region
• Hands‑on experience with HRIS (ideally SuccessFactors) and process digitalization
• Experience at min. 3+ years in a leadership role, preferably with international teams
• Flexibilty to travel within DACHI up to 25%
• Strong service and execution mindset
• Fluent in German and English

Benefits

• Excellent lunch options at gourmet level in our company restaurant
• Attractive discounts on our products
• Professional, free support for mental health through our partner nilo.health
• Physiotherapy with a low co-payment, company doctor, and occupational pension scheme
• ClimateTicket Salzburg and company bike leasing
• Flexible working hours through an attractive flexitime model and home office options
• Flat organizational structure with a first-name culture and short decision-making paths
• A constructive and innovative working environment in a successful, internationally active company
   

The minimum gross salary for this position is € 4.034,60 per month on a full-time basis. We offer a compensation package that significantly reflects your skills and experience.