Senior Manager HR Process Excellence & Enablement BIOS Group (m/f/d)

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Senior Manager HR Process Excellence & Enablement BIOS Group (m/f/d)

Location: Ettlingen and Bremen

Do you want to create solutions that improve the world? Then you belong at Bruker — where you will join a global community of experts driving meaningful impact through science and technology. At Bruker, you will thrive in an agile working culture defined by interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and growth. Enjoy the freedom, autonomy, and development opportunities that empower you to shape the future.

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

We are looking for a Senior Manager of HR Process Excellence & Enablement BIOS Group (m/f/d) in our location in Bremen or Ettlingen.

About Bruker

Bruker is one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies. Our technologies enable breakthrough discoveries and innovative applications that improve human health and quality of life.
Trusted worldwide, Bruker combines scientific excellence with a clear mission:
Making the world a better place — with over 11,000 employees at more than 100 locations.

HR Process Optimization

• Define, implement, and continuously optimize global standard HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Ensure alignment of regional HR processes with corporate HR standards, governance, and compliance requirements.
• Drive adoption of standard processes across regions while balancing legal, cultural, and operational needs.

M&A Handling from an HR Perspective

• Ensuring M&A integration activities from an HR process perspective, including due diligence, target-state definition, and post‑merger integration.
• Coordinate the assessment of existing HR processes of acquired entities and define integration into global standards.
• Working closely and coordinating with regional and local HR, HR Transformation & Digitalization, Corporate HR, IT, Finance, and Legal during M&A phases.
• Ensure rapid stabilization while enabling long‑term standardization and scalability

Regional Setup & Corporate Alignment

• Aligning regional HR setups with corporate HR strategy, standards, and operating models.
• Act as a key interface between regional HR, corporate HR, and other global stakeholders.
• Support regions in adopting standardized processes while ensuring business continuity.
• Enable transparency and consistency across regions through clear roles, responsibilities, and governance.

Global Performance & Incentive Processes

• Further develop global standard HR processes related to SIP (Short Term Incentive Plan), service bonus and comparable reward frameworks (e.g., annual equity programme, compensation cycle, etc.)
• Work in close partnership with Global HR Business Partners to ensure business relevance, fairness, and market alignment.
• Ensure process consistency, governance, and auditability across regions and entities.

Cost Controlling & HR Financial Impact

• Drive cost transparency and cost control related to HR processes and structures. Closely collaborate with: Corporate IT, BSC / Shared Services cost controlling, Finance and Corporate Controlling

Collaboration with Director HR Digital Transformation & Analytics

• Work in close partnership with HR Digital Transformation & Analytics to align process design and standardization, system capabilities and HRIS solutions, automation and digital enablement to ensure that standardized HR processes are effectively supported by HR systems and data models.
• Act as the process counterpart in digital transformation and HRIS roadmap initiatives.

What you bring

• A university degree in human resources, business administration, industrial engineering, finance, or a comparable field
• At least 8 years of experience in HR or HR process management in an international organization
• Strong expertise in designing, standardizing, and continuously improving global HR processes
• Practical experience in HR-related M&A integration and organizational transformation
• A solid understanding of HR governance, operating models, incentive processes, and cost controlling
• Experience collaborating with Works Councils and international stakeholders
• First leadership experience and the ability to drive complex global initiatives
• Excellent German and strong English communication skills (min. C1 Level)

• Work-Life Balance: We recognize the importance of balancing professional duties with personal life. Flexible schedules and remote work options allow you to align your professional responsibilities with your personal commitments, enhancing your quality of life.
• Health and Wellbeing: Your health is our top priority. We believe that the health and well-being of our employees are fundamental to our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and healthy work environment by prioritizing measures designed to ensure physical and mental well-being.
• Financial Rewards: We value your hard work and dedication. By ensuring that you are fairly compensated, we acknowledge your valuable contributions to our success.
• Growth and Development: Grow with us. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual has the chance to learn, grow, and succeed. This means we support your career goals and provide the resources and opportunities to advance your career.
• Flexibility: Explore and thrive. Whether it's a new role within the company or an international assignment, we support your career journey every step of the way. This means we offer the flexibility and support to take on new challenges and expand your professional horizons.
• Inclusive Culture: We strive to create an environment where you feel welcome, respected, and supported. Regardless of your background or identity, you should be empowered to make a meaningful contribution every day.