People & Culture Manager (m/f/d)

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager in Waghäusel to partner with business leaders in driving impactful HR strategies that support performance and growth. This role combines strategic influence with hands‑on execution, ensuring alignment between people’s initiatives and business priorities while delivering operational excellence across HR functions. Following the acquisition of Vision Tools by Atlas Copco, this role plays a key part in driving cultural integration and supporting communication to help bring the organizations together in a shared and collaborative way. Responsibilities Partner with the GM and leadership team to align HR strategies with business priorities Serve as a trusted advisor on organizational design, talent, and employee relations Drive cultural integration of VisionTools in Atlas Copco Lead talent management initiatives, including succession planning, leadership development, and workforce planning Foster a high-performance, employee-centric culture focused on engagement and continuous improvement Drive and optimize end‑to‑end recruitment to attract top talent Manage external partners and strengthen local employer branding Build a strong talent pipeline aligned with current and future needs HR Operations & Employee Experience Oversee HR operations, including payroll coordination, performance management, and compensation Manage the employee lifecycle (onboarding, mobility, offboarding) with a focus on experience Ensure HR data accuracy, reporting, and compliance with company standards Employee Relations & Compliance Manage employee relations proactively and ensure compliance with labor laws and policies Promote open communication and support engagement initiatives Partner with regional/global HR teams and Centers of Expertise (e.g., C&B, L&D) Lead or support global HR initiatives and drive local execution Your skills and experience Bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Business, or related field 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with strong HRBP/generalist background Experience in a multinational environment preferred Solid knowledge of German labor laws and HR best practices Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrix organization Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills Hands‑on mindset with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational execution Fluent in English and German Job Details Functional Area: Human Resources Location: Germany On-site/remote: Hybride Company Name: VisionTools Bildanalyse Systeme GmbH #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlas Copco Holding GmbH