About this role
(Associate) Director Regional HR Perfumery & Beauty China
Location: Minhang, Shanghai, China
At dsm-firmenich, HR is a true partner to the business. And we’re looking for a new partner! (Associate) Director Regional HR Perfumery & Beauty (P&B) China plays a critical role in aligning the HR strategy with the overall business objectives of the P&B Business Unit in China. This is a leadership position which serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders within P&B, providing strategic HR guidance and end-to-end HR accountability across the full stack of the P&B China business from commercial through to operations. This role requires strong leadership skills and manages a team of 3 seasoned HR Business Partners.
Your key responsibilities
- Business & Stakeholder intimacy: you will forge intense and lasting relationships within P&B China and with HR counterparts across the region and globally to drive the partnership and deliver on our business objectives
- Strategic thinking & business acumen: you will think E-2-E in terms of provision of HR support across all areas of the BU from commercial through to operations, having a stella understanding of how business operate, production operations and financial understanding
- Strategic HR thinking and execution: you will traverse strategic HR thinking in areas such as strategy development, performance and talent management, org design and development etc and at the same time you are not afraid to get your hands dirty, executing on HR processes, employee relations cases, and full cycle HR execution
- HRBP activities: alongside managing the HRBP team for P&B China, you will also be allocated a client group within the BU in order to partner with directly
- Strong Leadership skills: you embody our values and behaviors with the ability to lead a team of seasoned professionals, create followship and progressive HR thinking. You act as a coach, supporting the team in their day-to-day and longer term development.
- Member of China HR Leadership Team: You act as senior HR actively involved in HR projects and decisions which concerns China Region.
We bring
- A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
- A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
- A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
- The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
- Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
- An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;
You bring
- Minimum 15 years of proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role required
- Experience managing others directly along with strong leadership skills and act as a role model as this role manages a team of direct reports
- Strong knowledge of local labor laws, regulations, and employment practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the organization
- Deep business thinking with strong drive and accountability to deliver
- Experience to support commercial and manufacturing site
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.
Application Process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers).
Inclusion, Belonging & Equal Opportunities statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work."
Agency Statement
We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.
Other facts
About DSM
We are dsm-firmenich – innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. We bring progress to life by combining the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable.
From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise.
With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 employees, we are determined to be a force for good. And to work together to positively impact people and planet.
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What you'll do
- The role involves aligning HR strategy with business objectives and providing strategic HR guidance to senior leaders. It also includes managing a team of HR Business Partners and executing HR processes.
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