Senior HR Manager

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products;

railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

The Senior Manager, HR Europe serves as a strategic and tactical business partner to the EMEA team, driving the execution of HR strategies across multiple sites. This role oversees all aspects of HR—including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, learning and development, talent management, employee relations, policy design, and HR operations—ensuring alignment with global, regional, and local strategies. Operating as a business partner, this role supports HR and Corporate initiatives across the Netherlands and the sales organizations in Europe, MEA, and SEA.

The Senior Manager, HR Europe fosters a high-performance, employee-centric culture that emphasizes quality, productivity, empowerment, and goal attainment, while developing processes that drive business success. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources CES, this role is primarily based at one of our regional locations.

• Strategic HR Leadership Provide HR leadership and functional support across multiple locations and key business units Ensure HR strategies are effectively aligned with business priorities, fostering an adaptable and high-performing workforce.
• Talent Acquisition and development Partner with leadership and the regional Talent Development to counsel on employee impact decisions, supporting workforce planning, succession, and development initiatives. Lead efforts to enhance talent mobility and strengthen leadership capabilities within the organization.
• Employee Engagement and culture Cultivate a high-performance, inclusive work environment that aligns with Dover values and OPW’S company culture. Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement, workplace satisfaction, and long-term retention.
• Performance management & organizational development Consult with business leaders to drive organizational design, change management, and leadership development strategies. Diagnose workforce gaps and design solutions for regional and local implementation. Oversee succession planning processes, fostering leadership development and career progression for key talent.
• HR Operations and compliance Manage talent engagement processes, including recruitment, compensation, promotions, training, and performance management, in partnership with your HR team. Support global mobility for key employees, collaborating with global mobility teams. Ensure OPW/Dover corporate HR policies and processes are implemented effectively across regions. Monitor and manage key HR metrics, providing data-driven insights for business decisions.
• People Leadership and Business Partnership Manage, guide and mentor HR team members across multiple regions. Provide expert consultation to managers and senior leaders on HR-related matters. Ensure compliance with local labor laws and global HR…