Head of HR & Internal Communications Tool Flow Solutions

Do you want to play a key part in building and contributing to a great workplace culture in an innovative and dynamic environment? We’re looking for an agile and engaging leader to become our Head of Human Resources and Internal Communications at Tool Flow Solutions.

Some words about the division

Our newly established Tool Flow Solutions division, part of Sandvik Machining Solutions, comprises around 150 employees and two brands and . We act in a fast-paced software business, have a strong focus on growth and aim at becoming a world leader within our domain. Welcome to Sandvik!

Your mission
In this position, you’re responsible for supporting the transformation from existing organizations to a modern, agile and high performing organization. This means developing and implementing an organization-wide people strategy that aligns with our vision and current and long-term business objectives. This includes responsibility for people, culture, HR policies, change management and compliance – ensuring that all HR activities and programs are implemented in accordance with our strategy.

You’re also responsible for ensuring effective internal communication within our organization where you design communication channels and tools to facilitate transparent and timely communication. Collaboration with department heads to ensure alignment between internal messaging and organizational goals is very important. To promote dialogue and engagement within our organization, you organize and facilitate company-wide meetings, town halls and focus groups.

Included in your mission:

You report to the President of Tool Flow Solutions and are an active member of our management team. You’re also a member of Sandvik Machining Solutions’ HR management team and get great opportunities for collaboration across Sandvik Group. The location for this role is Stockholm, Sweden. Since we’re a global business, travel is a natural part of the role as well efficient digital collaboration across time zones, in order to keep a strong presence across our organization. 

Your background and character
When it comes to background, you have a relevant university degree, or similar qualification, combined with several years’ experience in designing and implementing HR strategy in a global organization. We also see that you need experience in people management and from managing organizational change as well as staff and career development. Your background includes working with senior management in delivering HR outcomes aligned with strategic goals and proven ability to deliver effective communication. Knowledge in software businesses is beneficial. Acting in a truly global organization, you need the ability to work effectively within, and report to, a matrix organization. Naturally, your English skills are excellent, verbally and in writing.

Yes, your background is important, but we’re equally passionate about your personality. You’re a good listener, a committed doer and an exceptional communicator – someone who easily interacts, builds trust and always leaves a positive impact. This includes the ability to effectively negotiate and influence with all levels of staff and management and manage conflicting priorities. With your problem-solving ability, you show the way, deliver results and encourage improvements. Acting as a role model in relation to people management is in your DNA, and you take pride in bringing an inclusive perspective where differences are both considered and valued. At the end of the day, you inspire us to be an employer of choice!

Our culture
At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial. We believe that success is a team effort so we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. We invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. Visit our , or to get to know us further.