Senior People Leader EMEA (M/F/D)

At Dura-Line, we create solutions that better connect people and information across the globe. No matter how big or small a role we each play, everything we do is connected to that shared purpose. Your work with us will help reinvent the future of cities and homes, link communities to data infrastructure, expand access to health and wellness, and create critical human connections between families and friends.

We are looking for a SENIOR PEOPLE LEADER EMEA (M/F/D) to join our dynamic People function. This strategic leadership role is essential in delivering a world-class employee experience across our EMEA operations while guiding cultural transformation, driving continuous improvement, and aligning People practices with our global vision.LOCATION: Europe (Remote)KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop the People team across EMEA, fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance environment.
• Deliver best-in-class People programs aligned with global strategy – including performance management, recruitment, talent development, and compliance.
• Drive people-related transformation, ensuring operational excellence, continuous improvement, and cost-efficiency across multiple jurisdictions.
• Partner closely with global People Centers of Expertise (CoE) in the US and peers across Business Groups to harmonize processes and policies.
• Support business growth by aligning talent strategies with organizational goals and providing proactive guidance to leaders on complex HR matters.
• Own the execution of employee lifecycle activities across the region – from goal setting and feedback cycles to compensation reviews and succession planning.
• Champion Orbia’s values and lead initiatives to strengthen culture, engagement, and internal communications.
• Establish and oversee KPI reporting for the region, enabling data-driven decisions and transparency.
• Act as a formal representative in additional capacities, including Branch Manager (Meppen, Germany) and HR Officer for our European headquarters.
• Support M&A integrations and cross-BG collaboration to ensure streamlined HR governance.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced education or certifications in HR or leadership is a plus.
• Extensive HR leadership experience in a fast-paced, multinational environment, ideally with a regional scope.
• Proven track record in people strategy, organizational design, talent development, and leading HR transformations.
• Experience in leading, developing, and coaching geographically dispersed teams across the EMEA region.
• Fluency in English (C1/C2); additional European languages are a plus.
• Hands-on experience in change management, project leadership, and process optimization.
• Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to influence senior leaders and inspire teams.
• Strong cultural awareness and ability to engage with diverse, distributed teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; experience with HR systems is beneficial.
• Intellectually curious, resilient, and energized by building strong relationships and driving meaningful change.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A strategic leadership role in a global company with a strong mission and values-driven culture.
• Competitive compensation package, including a performance-based bonus.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities to lead impactful cross-regional projects and shape the future of HR at Dura-Line.
• Access to professional development programs and our global Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

At Dura-Line, we prioritize safety, innovation, and teamwork, fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusivity. We celebrate diversity and endeavor to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and respected. Our leadership is guided by Orbia’s values:

• Be Brave: We move forward with curiosity and ambition to create a better world. We ask big questions, create safe spaces to test solutions, take risks, and exercise creativity.
• Take Responsibility: We hold ourselves accountable, realizing our actions have impact. We listen closely to our customers, deliver on our commitments, and lead with ethics and integrity.
• Embrace Diversity: We are stronger by welcoming different perspectives. We work towards a diverse, inclusive, and equal world, starting with our global community.

If you are prepared to embrace this exciting opportunity and lead our plant to success, we invite you to apply via the provided link and join us in Poland as we embark on a journey of operational excellence and innovation!

Join Our Team: Dura-Line offers all its employees an exciting work environment and provides career opportunities in a continuously growing company. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that represents our global customer base.

Check out our products, history, and testimonials at www.Dura-Line.com.Dura-Line is part of a community of businesses, known as Orbia, bound together by a shared purpose: to advance life around the world. Orbia’s business groups have a collective focus on ensuring food security, reducing water scarcity, reinventing the future of cities and homes, connecting communities to data infrastructure, and expanding access to health and wellness with advanced materials.

To learn more, visit Business Groups | Orbia: orbia.com/this-is-orbia/business-groups.

Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated and unsolicited applications from third parties will not be accepted.