HR Director

Our client, Scania Italia, is a global leader in providing transport solutions, including trucks and buses for heavy transport applications combined with an extensive product‑related service offering.

We are searching for high‑calibre candidates to take up the following challenging role: HR Director (MV - HR - 26)

Role Summary

The candidate will lead the people strategy to enable business performance and sustainable growth. As a member of the management team, the role ensures that structure, culture, and capabilities support current and future business needs.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the HR strategy aligned with business objectives
• Build a high‑performing culture that feels authentically Italian while remaining deeply rooted in the company's global identity
• Drive workforce and succession planning to secure future competencies
• Support and challenge leadership as a strategic HR partner
• Ensure effective talent attraction, development, and retention
• Lead organizational development and digital transformation
• Ensure compliant and efficient HR operations (labor law, industrial relations, payroll, compensation & benefits)
• Lead, coach, and develop the HR and Health & Safety teams
• Promote a safe, high‑performance, and values‑driven culture

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Higher education in HR, Business, or equivalent experience
• Senior HR leadership experience in a complex organization
• Expertise in managing labor relations and union dynamics
• Strong business understanding (B2B/industrial environment preferred)
• Fluent in English and Italian

Workplace: Trento, with required availability to travel within Italy and occasionally attend international meetings.