Human Resources Manager

Join West Coast Supply Group as our HR Manager and lead a dynamic HR team while driving people strategy and engagement in a fast-paced, international trading environment

Are you ready to lead and elevate the HR function in a fast-paced, international trading environment? At West Coast Supply Group, we are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR Manager to drive our people strategy, enhance employee engagement, and lead a growing HR team from our HQ in Leiden.

As HR Manager, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team and the strategic partner for our management in all people-related matters. You will lead a team of HR Business Partners and Specialists, champion our company culture, and ensure that our HR policies and practices not only support our business goals but also empower our people to thrive.

Your role:

• Lead, coach, and develop a dynamic HR team (3–6 direct reports, 1-3 indirect reports)
• Drive the alignment of HR strategies with business objectives across departments
• Partner with senior leaders to support workforce planning, organizational design, and change initiatives
• Coach and challenge senior management to elevate leadership effectiveness
• Oversee initiatives that promote employee engagement, inclusion, and well-being
• Manage leadership pipeline and succession planning
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal HR policies
• Oversee budgets for recruitment and learning & development
• Actively contribute to creating a high-performance culture

What you bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of HR business partnering experience, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing impactful HR initiatives in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Experience with policy development and strategic business partnering
• Strong business acumen with a hands-on, solution-oriented HR mindset
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders effectively and align cross-functional teams
• A self-starting attitude, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment

What we offer:

• A key leadership role in a fast growing international company
• A collaborative, energetic, and entrepreneurial work environment
• The opportunity to make a difference and impact the culture
• Daily fresh lunch and fun team events

About West Coast Supply Group

West Coast Supply Group is an international trading house based in Leiden. We specialize in distributing fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) worldwide and work with some of the most well-known global brands. With over 35 nationalities and a vibrant team spirit, we believe in growth, ownership, and getting things done together.

Application deadline: 22 May

Please note that interviews are scheduled to take place on 23 May and 27 May. We kindly ask you to take this into account when applying

“At West Coast Supply Group I can be myself. I feel cared for and I have opportunities to grow. It is a fast-paced and fun environment with an open culture."

Alex HR team member

“Being part of WCSG is being part of a warm company where you develop yourself every day, creating good memories with your colleagues and getting significant knowledge on how the business works globally and how an international company succeeds. WCSG is a place to share your ideas and start working on how to make them a reality. I'm happy to be part of a team that works together and has fun while doing so!"

Paula HR team member