(Senior) Expert Leadership & Talent (m/w/d)

KraussMaffei is among the world’s leading manufacturers of machinery and systems for the production and processing of plastics and rubber. For more than 185 years, our brand stands for cutting-edge technologies. Our range of services covers all areas of injection molding machinery, extrusion technology and reaction process machinery, giving us a unique selling point in the industry. Our pioneering spirit has shaped the company and its locations and brands since it was founded in 1838. You want to be ahead of the competition, strive for changes, love to tackle challenges and learn from each other? So do we.

KraussMaffei employs around 4,700 people all over the world. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and we pay attention to the person as an individual regardless of origin, gender, age, disability status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. We support our employees in more than just professional development and offer opportunities for personal growth. Come and join our team!

For our location in Parsdorf weare currently looking for a

Job Description

As Expert Leadership & Talent, you help shape how we develop and grow leaders worldwide. You design impactful leadership programs, bring diagnostics and coaching to life, and make talent and succession processes run smoothly and with purpose. Together with global and local HR teams, you turn ideas into action and ensure our leaders are ready for what’s next.

This role combines conceptual and delivery excellence — ideal for a hands‑on HR professional or consultant who is passionate about leadership development, diagnostics, and talent growth in an international context.

Contribute to and co-shape the global Leadership & Talent agenda by supporting the implementation of global frameworks, processes, and standards in close collaboration with the Head of Function as well as regional and local HR teams

Design and deliver global leadership development programs, embedding management diagnostics, coaching, and mentoring to drive leadership impact and measurable culture transformation

Facilitate and contribute to Assessment and Development Centers, applying diagnostic tools and structured feedback to identify, evaluate, and develop future leadership talent

Run and continuously refine the global Talent & Succession process – including Talent Pools, Career Pathing, and Succession Planning – ensuring transparency, consistency, and strong internal mobility for critical roles

Take functional ownership of the relevant SAP SuccessFactors modules, including content design and operational responsibilities such as managing Talent Pools and conducting Talent Sessions

Advise and partner with HRBPs and business leaders to translate leadership and talent insights into targeted development and growth actions

Use data and analytics to evaluate program effectiveness, identify leadership capability gaps, and provide sound input for strategic talent decisions

Job Requirements

• University degree in Psychology, HR, Organizational Development, or related field
• 3–6 years of experience in HR, Leadership Development, Talent Management, or HR Consulting (corporate or consultancy environment)
• Proven experience in designing and delivering leadership development initiatives, ideally with global exposure
• Solid understanding of leadership diagnostics, assessments, and feedback methods (e.g., 360°, personality tools, development centers)
• Hands‑on experience with Talent & Succession Management processes, tools, or systems (SuccessFactors)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage global stakeholders and deliver with impact

Active Contribution: A challenging role in a performance-driven environment with your own area of responsibility

Open Company Culture: A pleasant working atmosphere and a collaborative team spirit

Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary according to the collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry, including all additional benefits, Christmas and vacation bonuses, as well as a company pension plan

Vacation Package: 30 days of annual leave plus the option for flex days

Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and the option to work from home

Corporate Benefits: Exclusive access to Germany’s largest employee benefit platform

Our Locations: Easily accessible by train or car, with spacious parking areas including electric charging stations

Catering: Meal subsidies and a wide selection of food offerings in our modern company cafeteria, employee café, and various snack stations

Development: Comprehensive onboarding and continuous personal and professional development through participation in our tailored training programs

Community: Participation in company events, leisure activities, and sports programs

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