Manager GES H2R Projects

Job Title: Manager GES H2R Projects

Location: Hyderabad, India

Job Type - Contract

We are seeking an experienced Manager – HR Projects to lead strategic HR transformation initiatives within our Global Employee Services (GES) organization. This role will bridge HR strategy and operational execution by managing complex, global projects such as process improvements, system implementations, organizational changes, and shared services transformation. The successful candidate will partner with senior stakeholders, drive project governance, and ensure seamless delivery of people-focused initiatives that enhance efficiency, employee experience, and business outcomes.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end HR projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of project objectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and deliverables.
• Engage and manage key stakeholders, ensuring alignment, effective communication, and successful project outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while managing project changes and escalations proactively.
• Lead project governance meetings, provide status updates, and drive strategic decision-making with leadership teams.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery through strong documentation, process adherence, and continuous improvement practices.

We Bring

• A purpose-led, performance-driven work environment.
• Opportunities to lead complex workplace operations and projects.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation and operational excellence.
• Career growth across functions, sites, and global teams.
• Continuous learning and development through structured programs.
• An inclusive, supportive workplace that encourages new ideas.

You bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Project Management, preferably within HR, HR Operations, or HR Shared Services environments.
• Strong expertise in managing large-scale HR transformation, operational excellence, or organizational change projects.
• Proven experience working with global and virtual teams across multiple regions and cultures.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Strong proficiency in project management methodologies, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and technology-enabled HR solutions.

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.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers). For further information, please contact Teena Khan Talent Acquisition Business Partner ([email protected]).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity 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. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.