HR Project Apprentice (F/M)
FR
About Sonepar
Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Through a dense network of 100 brands spanning 40 countries, the Group has an ambitious transformation agenda to become the first global B-to-B electrical distributor to provide a fully digitalized and synchronized omnichannel experience to all customers. Drawing on the skill and passion of its 45,000 associates, Sonepar had sales of €23 billion in 2020. Sonepar makes its customers’ lives easier, over the counter, visiting customers, by phone or online, – however we’re needed. Sonepar’s ambition is to become “La Référence” - the standard-setter for all its stakeholders.
Within the Group Human Resources Department, the Talent Development and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) team is responsible for deploying standards to attract, retain and develop our talents worldwide. These standards are designed to embed inclusion at their core.
As HR Project Apprentice, you will support the team in shaping the future of our global workforce. You will contribute to initiatives enhancing our talent management practices, ensuring that our people strategies are aligned with Sonepar’s vision and values. You will participate in initiatives that attract, develop, and retain top talent, while also advancing our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join us in this enriching role to make a lasting impact on our global workforce and contribute to shaping a future where every talent can thrive.
What success looks like
Success in this role is defined by your ability to:
- Support key projects: Assist in the adoption of the new global leadership model, ensuring smooth implementation and consistent application across all regions.
- Advance D&I goals: Help develop and launch comprehensive D&I roadmaps for 2026, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and contribute to reporting progress to ensure our D&I goals are met.
- Manage the GEEIS (Gender Equality European and International standard) renewal audit: Gather data and key achievements to shape the renewal audit presentation, ensuring involvement from key stakeholders.
- Enhance employee engagement: Contribute to fostering a culture of inclusion by supporting the adoption of Sonepar’s Employee Resource Group (ERG). Monitor success metrics to measure participants’ engagement.
- Strengthen talent development: Contribute to launching the performance campaign to improve adoption, ensuring all relevant resources are available.
⭐The experience you bring
You are preparing a second year of Master’s degree. You have a degree with a specialization in HR and/or a particular interest in talent management and/or diversity & inclusion.
To excel in this role, you will bring:
- Project management skills: Ability to monitor projects progress, to manage stakeholders’ contributions and ensure timeliness delivery.
- Critical thinking: Ability to think long term and help the team shape strategies that align with organizational goals.
- Diversity & Inclusion awareness: Knowledge of D&I principles, a first experience in this field is appreciated.
- Talent Development interest: A keen interest or a first experience in supporting talent development processes.
- Diverse perspective: A keen interest to work in an international environment and navigate cultural differences.
- Communication skills: Good interpersonal and communication abilities.
We are interested in knowing you more. Start an exciting new career and enjoy many employee benefits by applying online. Sonepar HQ is thankful for your interest in joining the team, only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.
More information on Sonepar:
Website: www.sonepar.com
Twitter: @sonepar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonepar/
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