Human Resources Partner Expert Italy

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Required. YOUR ROLE Are you passionate about people and business, and ready to make a tangible impact in the logistics world? We are looking for an HR Business Partner who will play a strategic role in supporting our Contract Logistics operations across Italy. In this position, you will be the trusted HR point of contact for managers and employees, aligning business objectives with HR practices and ensuring stability in a fast-paced, unionized environment. Your ability to build strong relationships, navigate labor relations, and partner with leadership will be key to success. WHAT YOU WILL DO As HR Business Partner, you will: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Lead industrial relations: manage relationships with unions and works councils to ensure operational continuity in our warehouses, prevent and resolve disputes, and support the business in negotiations.</li> <li>Drive talent acquisition: oversee external recruitment with agencies and support internal hiring and induction in collaboration with our Talent Management team.</li> <li>Foster people growth: support development plans, career paths, training initiatives, and mandatory learning programs for our employees.</li> <li>Enable organizational change: contribute to change management, mitigate people-related risks, optimize labor costs, and support salary review processes with the C&B team.</li> <li>Partner with operations: provide HR support to Line Managers, facilitate special projects, and ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.</li> <li>Support administration: collaborate with Payroll & Admin on key processes such as attendance, disability compliance, and other HR administration.</li> </ul> WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We’re seeking an HR professional with: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>At least 5 years of HR experience in complex or multinational environments, with a strong preference for logistics or industrial settings.</li> <li>Proven experience in union/works council management and solid knowledge of Italian labor law.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels.</li> <li>A Master’s degree in HR, Law, Business Administration, or related fields.</li> <li>Fluency in English and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).</li> <li>A results-oriented mindset, resilience under pressure, and the ability to manage complex issues with autonomy.</li> <li>Negotiation skills and experience leading projects or initiatives.</li> <li>Willingness to travel across sites when required.</li> </ul> WHAT WE OFFER At CEVA, we reward commitment and performance. You will find: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>A culture that recognizes and values your contribution.</li> <li>A comprehensive benefits package, including pension, life assurance, and access to discounts across retail, travel, and lifestyle.</li> <li>Real opportunities for career development and mobility within one of the world’s leading logistics providers.</li> </ul>

YOUR ROLE

Are you passionate about people and business, and ready to make a tangible impact in the logistics world?

We are looking for an HR Business Partner who will play a strategic role in supporting our Contract Logistics operations across Italy.

In this position, you will be the trusted HR point of contact for managers and employees, aligning business objectives with HR practices and ensuring stability in a fast-paced, unionized environment. Your ability to build strong relationships, navigate labor relations, and partner with leadership will be key to success.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As HR Business Partner, you will:

Lead industrial relations: manage relationships with unions and works councils to ensure operational continuity in our warehouses, prevent and resolve disputes, and support the business in negotiations.
Drive talent acquisition: oversee external recruitment with agencies and support internal hiring and induction in collaboration with our Talent Management team.
Foster people growth: support development plans, career paths, training initiatives, and mandatory learning programs for our employees.
Enable organizational change: contribute to change management, mitigate people-related risks, optimize labor costs, and support salary review processes with the C&B team.
Partner with operations: provide HR support to Line Managers, facilitate special projects, and ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
Support administration: collaborate with Payroll & Admin on key processes such as attendance, disability compliance, and other HR administration.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking an HR professional with:

At least 5 years of HR experience in complex or multinational environments, with a strong preference for logistics or industrial settings.
Proven experience in union/works council management and solid knowledge of Italian labor law.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels.
A Master’s degree in HR, Law, Business Administration, or related fields.
Fluency in English and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
A results-oriented mindset, resilience under pressure, and the ability to manage complex issues with autonomy.
Negotiation skills and experience leading projects or initiatives.
Willingness to travel across sites when required.

WHAT WE OFFER

At CEVA, we reward commitment and performance. You will find:

A culture that recognizes and values your contribution.
A comprehensive benefits package, including pension, life assurance, and access to discounts across retail, travel, and lifestyle.
Real opportunities for career development and mobility within one of the world’s leading logistics providers.

CEVA is committed to fair hiring procedures and to ensure that all employees have the opportunity to develop their potential. We want to ensure a work environment based on merit and inclusion, without any discrimination based on race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religious orientation or disability.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

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