Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Forvia: Technology leader in the automotive industry

FORVIA comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA. With over 300 industrial sites and 77 R&D centers, 150,000 people, including more than 35,000 engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow.

Composed of 6 business groups with 24 product lines, and a strong IP portfolio of over 14,000 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMS worldwide.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

We are looking for a Group Operations Talent & Organization Development Manager to join our team!

Our Forvia Group Operations activity in Nanterre (Parisian area) is looking for a new team-member in a challenging worldwide perimeter.

You will bring strong added value to Group Operations Leadership Team, in their endeavor on attracting, engaging, and developing Talents, fostering a people-centric culture. This, to reach Forvia’s business and people ambition.

You will be supported in your development by the Group Operations Talent & Organization Development Director.

Your missions:

• Identify and develop Top Talents for the company
• Anticipate future needs in terms of organizations and people to allow business strategy and ensure that the organization as the right resources and key talents for the business of today and tomorrow
• Support organization in change management and develop organization effectiveness through an organization design and a new culture
• Define the company People Development vision and strategy for dedicated Functions, according to Company strategic plans and initiatives
• Develop and implement People Development Standards, Policies and Programs in accordance with defined strategy
• Design people management models and guidance around core HR development activities: talent identification, leadership development, job objectives & performance evaluation
• Act as a counselor to management for all subjects related to talent management, learning, talent acquisition and knowledge management
• Contribute, taking part of the leadership project Team to organization transformation, effectiveness and strategic organizational projects
• Ensure proper succession plans are in place for critical and senior roles
• Design, lead and implement Operations Learning Strategy to support Talent Development, mobilities and ensure business excellence.
• Define and implement corporate HR programs in order to attract, develop and retain a diverse high performance and high-potential workforce

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

The ideal candidate will have/be:

Master’s degree with a specialization in HR Management/Human Resources, Psychology or Business

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a HR lead role followed by a leadership experience in Talent/Organizational Development (TOD), being exposed to fundamental disciplines as Learning, Talent acquisition, D&I, HRBP
• Experience with a combination of change management and organizational development expertise in a large, global organization or functional business unit will be a plus.
• Previous experience in HR generalist positions
• Experience of leading cultural change at an organizational level
• Experience in a multicultural and matrix environmen

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent strategic thinking, planning and execution skills from the ability to anticipate the talent and organization implications, strategic challenges and priorities to stakeholder management and execution
• Strong team mindset & wish to work in an international/multicultural environment
• Collaborating and influencing: Ability to engage stakeholders in transformations & to collaborate with all levels of the organization; capacity to identify, influence and convince the right stakeholders
• Ability to lead continuous organizational change and development
• Business mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels including Senior executives, as well as external suppliers and organizations
• Energy, enthusiasm and curiosity
• Drive for results
• Strong executive presence / Leadership / Professionalism

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.