Talent Operation Director

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry’s digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

This position will focus on talent priorities within onboarding/offboarding, payroll, HR data and systems, risk management, compliance, and international expansion. 

Responsibilities:
Employee Full Life Cycle 

• Manage and execute core HR processes related to payroll, benefits, compensation, and other employee programs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Administer employee compensation and employment changes, including onboarding, program enrollments and changes, terminations, and offboarding, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Maintain and update HR systems, including employee data, benefits enrollment, and compensation information
• Provide and manage support to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits programs focusing on a positive employee experience
• Contribute to the development and improvement of HR processes for quality and scalability

HR Systems & Data Management

• Maintain the integrity of HR data by ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems
• Generate reports and analyze HR data to identify trends and provide insights
• Troubleshoot HR system issues and escalate problems as needed
• Participate in HR system upgrades and implementations

Compliance and Risk Management

• Responsible for all policy & compliance matters (handbook, policies, record keeping, training requirements, audits, annual reporting, etc.)
• Provide guidance and support to management on all Works Council related matters, ensuring compliance with local regulations and best practices
• Support internal and external audits by gathering data and preparing reports
• Stay up-to-date on changes in labor laws and regulations
• Prepare and submit required compliance reports

Leadership

• Partner cross-functionally with teams across People Operations: Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, Learning & Development as well as Payroll, Legal, Finance,
• Accounting and IT to integrate people solutions and champion projects where needed
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of HR professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Manage and contribute to ad-hoc HR projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in supporting evolving business needs

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant and progressive experience in People Operations with a demonstrated track record of success leading HR related processes, programs and initiatives in a fast-paced, global environment
• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably with an emphasis in HR or Business
• Experience launching and managing HR programs (payroll, onboarding, benefits, etc.) from design to successful deployment in high-growth organizations
• Demonstrated experience successfully working with Works Councils, including navigating legal requirements, building relationships, and achieving mutually beneficial outcomes
• Experience working HRIS systems administration and implementations through process design and workflow optimization
• Experience building data-driven action plans and partnering with leadership to implement change
• Full working knowledge and understanding of HR legislation, employment law, principles, policies, and procedures in a multi-country organization
• Experience working with diverse teams and managing HR operations in a multi-location environment
• Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships, including recruiting, payroll, IT and other partners
• Ability to write and communicate verbally in an effective and compelling manner in German and English; additional languages are desired
• The ability to balance strategic initiatives with tactical and operational execution
• Proven ability to problem-solve complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and drive solutions
• A strong service orientation, high level of enthusiasm and a desire to help others
• Tech Industry experience highly desired

We offer:

• Hybrid full-time job
• Corporate equipment
• Free corporate language courses
• Team spirit and friendly atmosphere: we work in an open, friendly, and trusting environment that welcomes initiative. In the Xometry team, everyone is ready to help and support in difficult times, and we always celebrate victories together and appreciate the contribution of everyone.
• Development opportunities: we are a fast-growing company, each new task is an interesting challenge for the team.
• We care: ongoing free-of-charge well-being activities for our people, charity projects worldwide.
• Flexibility: speed and flexibility are some of our advantages, allowing us to achieve amazing results. We have flexible processes and planning, we can respond to rapidly changing conditions and remain effective in the face of uncertainty.
• Onboarding: well-structured onboarding plan for new employees combining all in one process, technology, and systems components.

Please submit your CV in English

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