Are you an experienced HR professional looking for an exciting opportunity to work with dynamic technology teams? 

Hi, we are Ahold Delhaize, a global family of caring brands
Helping people eat well, save time, and live better. That is what Ahold Delhaize (55m weekly customers, 413k colleagues) stands for. As one of the world’s largest and most forward-thinking food retail groups, our global family of local brands creates inspiring shopping experiences. Whether people shop at brick-and-mortar, prefer quick pick-ups, or opt for the convenience of ordering online, Ahold Delhaize delivers. 

We are growing our business quickly but responsibly. We advocate and accelerate sustainable retailing, responsible sourcing, supporting local communities, and helping customers make healthier choices in a world in transition. That requires the courage and wholeheartedness to have convictions and stand up for what we believe in. It also takes a growth-hacking mindset: tomorrow’s opportunities call for tomorrow’s skills. But most of all, it requires us to be there for the people and communities we serve. #daretocare

Dive wholeheartedly into these key responsibilities    

• Collaborate with technology leaders to develop and implement HR strategies.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee development.
• Partner with HR Centres of Expertise to ensure effective talent acquisition, talent development, and compensation strategies.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, foster a positive work environment.
• Support organizational change initiatives and contribute to the development and implementation of HR programs and policies.

Ahold Delhaize, one of the largest food retail groups globally, is looking for a highly skilled HR Business Partner to join our Global Support Office. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our Technology teams. If you have a passion for driving organizational success, fostering a positive work culture, and being at the forefront of innovation, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As an HR Business Partner, your main responsibility will be to collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to implement strategic HR initiatives and enhance employee engagement. You will serve as a trusted advisor, offering guidance on talent management, performance management, employee relations, and organizational development. This role involves managing, reviewing, and planning activities related to nurturing and improving employee relationships. Specifically, as an HR Business Partner for the Technology teams within our Global Support Office at Ahold Delhaize, your focus will be on supporting line management and implementing the employee relations vision in your area of responsibility.
 

We welcome caring colleagues who 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in partnering with technology teams or within a technology-driven organization.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

At Ahold Delhaize and our local brands, we broadly define diversity as inclusive of thoughts and skills, generational differences, LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disabilities, nationalities and more, and we accept all people for who they are.
 

This is how you keep growing
Ahold Delhaize is growing enthusiastically but sustainably. If we can grow while having a more positive impact on people or our planet, we’re going for it. We encourage all 413,000 colleagues to share this attitude on a personal level, so opportunities to master new skills and expand your capabilities are a given. 

And because we’re a global family of brands, finding your next challenge comes (almost) as naturally as calling an actual relative. We #daretocare for our people at all levels. 

What does that translate to in this role?

• A gross salary of approximately € 5500,=  per 4 weeks
• Attractive bonuses, plus a first-rate pension plan with a personal contribution of just 4.7%
• The development and career prospects you associate with a global player: coaching programs, plenty of growth opportunities and attractive, cross-brand career options 
• 32.5 days of free time
• Flexible working hours, the freedom to work from (basically) wherever, or to choose a hybrid mix 
• A powerful laptop and smartphone 
• Travel allowance, discounts on health insurance and groceries  
• The chance to drive meaningful change – healthy, affordable food matters – on a truly global scale   

Dare to care and grow with us? 
If you look forward to teaming up, apply today, and we will meet you soon at your new home away from home: our vibrant HQ, right next to Zaandam station.