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J&T Express Germany GmbH

HR BP Lead (m/f/d) Mandarin Speaker

Nieder-Olm, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany · Full Time · Senior · Posted

About the role

About J&T Express J&T Express is an international logistics and express delivery company with an expanding network across Europe. We specialize in efficient parcel delivery, last-mile logistics, and innovative supply chain solutions. To strengthen our HR organization in Germany, we are looking for an experienced and hands-on HR Business Partner Lead (m/f/d) to join our headquarters in Nieder-Olm. In this key position, you will act as a strategic HR partner to senior management while taking ownership of operational HR matters, driving people initiatives, and developing effective HR structures to support our business in Germany. Your Responsibilities Lead and coordinate HR Business Partner activities across our German operations, ensuring consistent and effective HR support. Act as a trusted strategic advisor to senior management and business leaders on organizational development, workforce planning, employee relations, and HR-related decisions. Provide expert guidance on German labor law, employment regulations, and HR compliance matters. Support and guide managers in handling complex employee relations cases, disciplinary matters, performance issues, and organizational changes. Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, processes, and organizational structures aligned with business objectives and German legal requirements. Drive performance management, employee engagement, talent development, and retention initiatives. Support workforce planning and organizational restructuring in close cooperation with business leaders and international HR stakeholders. Coordinate and guide HR Business Partners and HR team members, ensuring clear priorities, effective collaboration, and high-quality HR services. Oversee key employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, performance management, internal mobility, and offboarding. Act as a key communication bridge between German management teams and Mandarin-speaking stakeholders at regional and international levels. Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Payroll, and Finance to ensure efficient and consistent HR processes. Monitor HR KPIs, identify workforce trends, and provide data-driven recommendations to management. Support change management initiatives and the implementation of international HR standards while ensuring compliance with local requirements. Contribute to the continuous development of a professional, scalable, and business-oriented HR organization in Germany. Your Profile Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Law, or a related field, or an equivalent professional qualification. Several years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience as a Senior HR Business Partner, HR Business Partner Lead, HR Manager, or in a comparable leadership role. Proven experience in leading HR initiatives, advising senior stakeholders, and developing HR processes and structures. Excellent knowledge of German labor law, employee relations, and HR compliance requirements is essential. Strong understanding of workforce planning, performance management, organizational development, and change management. Previous experience coordinating or leading HR teams, projects, or cross-functional HR activities. Experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, e-commerce, or another fast-paced operational environment is highly desirable. Fluent German and English, both written and spoken, are essential. Professional proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is required to communicate effectively with international stakeholders. Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business needs into practical and effective HR solutions. Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills. A proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented leadership style. Ability to operate confidently in a dynamic, multicultural, and international environment. Strong analytical skills and experience using HR data and KPIs to support business decisions. High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive employee and business matters. What We Offer A key HR leadership position within an international logistics organization. The opportunity to shape and further develop HR Business Partner structures and processes in Germany. Direct collaboration with senior management and international HR leadership. A diverse role combining strategic HR responsibilities with hands-on operational involvement. An international, multicultural, and collaborative working environment. The opportunity to drive organizational improvements and contribute directly to business development. A dynamic working environment with varied responsibilities and a high level of ownership. Interested? Are you an experienced HR leader with strong expertise in German labor law and a passion for building effective HR structures? Do you enjoy working closely with senior management, developing people strategies, and connecting different cultures in an international business environment? Then we look forward to receiving your application! Join J&T Express as our HR Business Partner Lead and play a key role in shaping our HR organization in Germany.

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