Norbert Kireth - Interim Senior Manager HR

Q: Where is Norbert based?

Norbert is based in Krailling, Germany .

Q: What languages does Norbert speak?

Norbert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Norbert have?

Norbert has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Norbert has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that Norbert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Norbert's latest experience?

Norbert's most recent position is Interim Senior Manager HR at Lear Corporation .

Q: What companies has Norbert worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Norbert has worked for Lear Corporation , Sovereign Speed GmbH , and Syntegon Technology GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Norbert most experienced in?

Norbert is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication , Media and Entertainment , and Professional Services . Norbert also has some experience in Manufacturing , Food and Beverage , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Norbert most experienced in?

Norbert is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources , Business Intelligence , and Project Management . Norbert also has some experience in Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Norbert worked in recently?

Norbert has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Automotive , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Norbert worked in recently?

Norbert has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources .

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Krailling, Germany

Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 7 months

Oberding, Germany

Interim Senior Manager HR

Lear Corporation

Restructuring at the German tech sites
Negotiating with the works council and local employee representatives
Relocating production and engineering sites based on footprint optimization following a best-cost-country approach
Change management in the context of restructuring and site relocations
Optimizing selected HR processes (recruiting/onboarding) as part of the employee experience
Coaching and developing the local HR teams
Initiated a leadership development program as part of culture development

Jan 2022 - Apr 2024

2 years 4 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interims Group HR People & Culture

Sovereign Speed GmbH

Strategic realignment of the entire HR function
Optimizing all HR processes as part of the employee experience
Optimized and digitized time tracking and payroll and transferred to a new provider
Conducted job evaluations and defined compensation policy and salary bands by location domestically and internationally
Developed and implemented a strategic workforce planning tool as part of budget and mid-term planning
Developed and implemented a performance management process based on an annual employee review
Developed leadership standards, guidelines and a leadership competency model, and implemented a training program for all managers
Developed the employer brand and communicated it internally and externally

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Waiblingen, Germany

Interims Group VP HR

Syntegon Technology GmbH

Developed and implemented a global HR operating model with the introduction of shared services and a global HCM infrastructure
Provided HR support for the global transformation process at strategic, structural and cultural levels
Negotiated reconciliation of interests and social plans in value creation programs to create competitive cost structures and unlock new growth potential
Established competitive organizational structures, e.g. spinning off the service business from the food and pharma divisions
Initiated and carried out a succession process for group-critical key positions at executive, VP and MD levels

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

2 years

Pfäffikon, Switzerland

Interims Global HR Business Partner Metco

Oerlikon Surface Solutions AG

Repositioning HR within the defined business strategy
Digitalizing and optimizing global HR processes with SuccessFactors
Supporting the definition of the strategic direction of the service business, including a 24-month growth plan
Designing and implementing cultural transformation toward becoming the service leader in the industry
Structuring and restructuring the business units in powder manufacturing, plant engineering and application development
Integrating the Friction Systems division with 700 employees into the subgroup and further acquisitions in the coating service area in India and the USA
Implemented a program for efficiency improvement and cost reduction across the group

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Garching, Germany

Consultant and HR Interim Manager

BMW AG

Adjusting HR priorities based on the business strategy
Building an HR dashboard to manage workforce, enable efficient recruiting, development and qualification
Developing the change architecture for restructuring business units and returning to profitable growth
Negotiating reconciliation of interests and social plans with the works council
Optimizing HR department processes and introducing digital processes
Focusing on talent development for successful filling of key positions
Introduced ERA in the collective bargaining area

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Reutlingen, Germany

Consultant and Interim HR Manager

Holy AG

Adapted HR priorities based on business strategy
Built an HR dashboard for targeted management of personnel, efficient recruiting, development and training
Developed the change architecture for restructuring business units and returning to profitable growth
Negotiated balance of interests and social plans with the works council
Optimized HR department processes and introduced digital workflows
Focused on talent development for successfully filling key positions
Implemented ERA in collective bargaining

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Rosenheim, Germany

Consultant and Interim HR Manager

Kathrein-Werke KG

Adapted HR priorities based on business strategy
Built an HR dashboard for targeted management of personnel, efficient recruiting, development and training
Developed the change architecture for restructuring business units and returning to profitable growth
Negotiated balance of interests and social plans with the works council
Optimized HR department processes and introduced digital workflows
Focused on talent development for successfully filling key positions
Implemented ERA in collective bargaining

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Wolfsburg, Germany

Consultant and Interim HR Manager

Volkswagen AG

Adapted HR priorities based on business strategy
Built an HR dashboard for targeted management of personnel, efficient recruiting, development and training
Developed the change architecture for restructuring business units and returning to profitable growth
Negotiated balance of interests and social plans with the works council
Optimized HR department processes and introduced digital workflows
Focused on talent development for successfully filling key positions
Implemented ERA in collective bargaining

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

3 years

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Group Director HR

VEON Ltd.

Developed a transformation model from a traditional to a digital operating model with LBS and IoT solutions
Established and implemented organizational elements: Shared Services, regional hub and center of excellence across three global regions
Optimized global HR processes
Managed the selection process and preparatory steps for implementing a global HCM software
Set up a digital hub in London with 120 employees in key digital roles
Planned and executed a global workforce reduction program
Introduced a global competency framework and a leadership development program based on it

Jan 2010 - Dec 2015

6 years

Munich, Germany

Executive Vice President HR & Organization Development

Sky Deutschland AG

Developed the HR strategy for successful business growth
Renegotiated necessary works agreements
Launched a culture development program as part of the business model realignment
Increased efficiency through organizational changes, process optimization and outsourcing of tasks and business units
Increased workforce flexibility and managed approximately 350 freelance staff in production, programming and sales
Established strategic workforce planning
Developed a relevant employer brand to increase attractiveness after rebranding
Established the Sky Sports News TV channel with 220 employees across 12 roles
Introduced long-term equity-based compensation components for senior management

Jan 2006 - Dec 2010

5 years

Frankfurt, Germany

Director Human Resources & Organization

Ferrero Deutschland GmbH

Group-wide harmonization of HR processes
Supporting the organizational and cultural transformation into a functionally integrated confectionery manufacturer with global matrix structures
Designing and implementing a leadership development program
Initiating a group-wide secondment policy
Talent Development by defining career paths and individual development plans for Marketing & Sales
Further developing a performance-oriented culture as part of the performance management system
Building and expanding a pool of around 1500 agency merchandisers
Involvement in closing production sites in Italy and Belgium
Supporting the HR setup of a new production site in Russia

Jan 1999 - Dec 2006

8 years

Bonn, Germany

EVP/SVP/Director HR

T-Mobile Group

Responsibility for HR in the Austrian subsidiary and serving as a bridgehead for integrating the Eastern European companies
Introducing a functional matrix structure and restructuring as part of the group integration with significant headcount reduction
Negotiating a balance of interests agreement and a social plan with the works council
Harmonizing processes in the employee life cycle for senior executives in CEE according to corporate guidelines
Preparing and handling HR aspects of the Telering acquisition
Managing a group-wide management audit
Carrying out organizational development projects and negotiating SLAs

Jan 1991 - Dec 1999

9 years

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Manager/Senior Manager/Senior Consultant HR

Deutsche Telekom Group

Building HR expertise for the group's global expansion
Defining an international business model and service portfolio together with strategic corporate business units
Developing a process handbook for international market entry strategies
Supporting M&A activities in HR and market due diligence
Developing organizational structures and processes for joint venture companies
Developing and implementing HR policies (guidelines) and governance structures
Introducing or optimizing HR processes such as recruitment, compensation, leave, time tracking, etc.
Recruiting 700 employees in the first twelve months after the company's founding in the Philippines
Advising and transferring know-how to the local management team
Managing the deployment of personnel in the technical areas of the JV companies

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, and Automotive.

Telecommunication

Media and Entertainment

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Food and Beverage

Automotive

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Human Resources, Business Intelligence, Project Management, and Strategy.

Human Resources

Business Intelligence

Project Management

Strategy

Skills

Leadership: Many Years Of Leadership Experience In Developing And Managing Local And Global Teams In Complex And Agile Structures, On-site And Virtually
Coaching/mentoring: Contact Person And Coach For Executives, Managers And Employees In All Hr-related Issues
Strategy: Comprehensive (Re)positioning Of Hr Within The Defined Business Strategy
Change Management: A Deep Understanding Of The Business Enables Targeted Hr Steering Of Transformation And Change Processes
Talent Management/development: Holistic Approach To Talent Development And Talent To Value Contribution
Hr Excellence: Implementing Best Practice Solutions Based On The Employee Experience
International: Strong Intercultural Skills And Communication Abilities With Experience In A Global Context
Digitalization: Modernization Through Consistent Use Of Digital Capabilities To Continuously Strengthen Hr's Impact
M&a: Extensive Experience In Company Divestitures, Mergers And Acquisitions

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Italian

Advanced

Education

Oct 2008 - Jun 2010

Ashridge Business School

Master's course in Executive Coaching · Executive Coaching · London, United Kingdom

Oct 2001 - Jun 2003

WHU/Kellogg School of Management – Northwestern University

Master's degree in Business Administration · Business Administration · Chicago, United States

Oct 1991 - Jun 1994

University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business · Business · Cologne, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Telecommunication 21 y

Avg length 3 y 9 m

Longest experience 8 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 4 (Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Malaysia)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Senior Manager HR, Interims Group HR People & Culture, Interims Group VP HR

Main industries Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment, Professional Services

Main business areas Human Resources, Business Intelligence, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

February 2025

Last Update

February 2026

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Where is Norbert based?

Norbert is based in Krailling, Germany.

What languages does Norbert speak?

Norbert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Norbert have?

Norbert has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Norbert has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Norbert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Norbert be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Norbert would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Senior Manager HR, Interims Group HR People & Culture, Interims Group VP HR.

What is Norbert's latest experience?

Norbert's most recent position is Interim Senior Manager HR at Lear Corporation.

What companies has Norbert worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Norbert has worked for Lear Corporation, Sovereign Speed GmbH, and Syntegon Technology GmbH.

Which industries is Norbert most experienced in?

Norbert is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment, and Professional Services. Norbert also has some experience in Manufacturing, Food and Beverage, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Norbert most experienced in?

Norbert is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources, Business Intelligence, and Project Management. Norbert also has some experience in Strategy.

Which industries has Norbert worked in recently?

Norbert has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Automotive, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Norbert worked in recently?

Norbert has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources.

What is Norbert's education?

Norbert holds a Master in Executive Coaching from Ashridge Business School and a Master in Business Administration from WHU/Kellogg School of Management – Northwestern University.

What is the availability of Norbert?

Norbert is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Norbert?

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