Global Talent & Leadership Development Manager (f/m/d)

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group. With subsidiaries in 30+ countries and partners worldwide, our custom solutions support nearly every industry - from automotive to food processing. Join us to drive innovation, sustainability, and lasting impact - Together beyond lubrication.

You support our team as

Global Talent & Leadership Development Manager (f/m/d)

• Talent Management: Own and continuously improve the annual global talent cycle, including talent reviews, performance management, calibration and succession planning across multiple Business Units.
• Frameworks: Design, implement and evolve within the Freudenberg talent management community global talent and performance processes, standards and tools that enable consistent talent decisions worldwide.
• Leadership Development: Shape global leadership development initiatives by creating concepts, learning journeys and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Business Partnering: Act as the subject matter expert for HR Business Partners, providing guidance, training and best practices on talent assessment, performance management and succession planning.
• Executive Collaboration: Prepare and facilitate global talent conferences, support Board-level discussions and provide meaningful insights to senior stakeholders.
• Concept Development: Create engaging learning concepts, workshops and leadership content tailored to different target groups and organizational priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze existing processes, identify optimization opportunities and further develop the global talent landscape, leveraging tools such as Workday where appropriate.

• Experience: Several years of experience in Talent Management, Performance Management or Organizational Development within an international organization.
• Expertise: Hands-on experience managing global talent review cycles, performance processes, succession planning and calibration meetings is essential.
• Stakeholder Management: Confidence working with senior leaders and HR Business Partners, balancing a consultative approach with the ability to influence and challenge when needed.
• Conceptual Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business needs into scalable talent frameworks, assessment approaches and development initiatives.
• Communication: Excellent facilitation, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage audiences across cultures and organizational levels.
• Systems: Experience with Workday Talent & Performance or comparable HR systems is an advantage.
• Languages: Fluent English is essential; German or another additional language is considered a plus.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis to support global programs and stakeholder collaboration.

Cafeteria/ Canteen

We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.

Diversity & Inclusion

We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Flexible Work Models

We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.

International Opportunities

Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.

Personal Development

We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.