Human Resources Manager – Greenfield Industrial Site (Agri-Food Sector) | Northern FranceLocation: Belgium (Wielsbeke area – 45min from Lille)Start date: ASAPType: Full-time | Permanent ContractSector: Food Manufacturing / Industrial Site StartupAsenium, a leading European consultancy specialized in high-value talent acquisition, has been mandated by one of its clients – a rapidly growing international company in the agri-food industry – to recruit a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function for its new production site in Northern France.This site, expected to be operational in 2027, will represent a flagship facility in terms of innovation, sustainability, and people management. We are looking for a visionary HR leader with proven experience in setting up new industrial operations, capable of driving recruitment, organizational development, and human capital strategy from the ground up.Key Responsibilities:Lead the end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and integration of all future employees for the new site (target: +300 employees).Roll out the corporate learning & development programs locally, including the coordination of internal training academies.Coach managers on performance management, talent development, and team leadership.Act as the main point of contact for all HR-related matters.Ensure full compliance with local labour laws and internal HR policies.Define and manage compensation and benefits policy, budget adherence, and workforce planning.Foster a healthy and positive work culture, with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing, and employee engagement.Build and maintain constructive relationships with employee representatives and social partners.Profile Sought:Master's degree in Human Resources, Law, or Management (or equivalent).Minimum 5 years of HR management experience in the food manufacturing or industrial sector.Proven track record in greenfield or site start-up projects is a strong asset.Fluent in English and French.Strong leadership, empathy, and organizational skills.Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to work under pressure and with changing priorities.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Familiar with budgeting, project management, and social dialogue.What’s in it for you?Join a dynamic and fast-growing international company with strong human values.A rare opportunity to build and shape a brand-new industrial site and team.Work closely with top management on a strategic project.Work initially from the Belgian HQ with full support during the transition to the French site.Interested?Send your updated CV in English to a.varela@asenium.com. All applications will be treated confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.