Title:  HR Business Partner - Chicago

Who We Are

E80 Group is a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in the beverage, food, tissue, and other sectors. The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses.

The entire logistics flow is centrally managed by the SM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics), which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.

With 15 branches worldwide, the Group believes in the core values Ethics, Courage, Humility, and Safety. These values form the foundation of E80 Group’s corporate culture, which maintains a close connection with customers, people, and the local communities.

Who You Are

“It’s our fears that will limit our success, not our mistakes. The secret to successful hiring is to look for people who are not afraid of failing and want to change the world” – E80 Group CEO and Founder, Enrico Grassi

Does this resonate with you? If so, we’d love to have you on board!

We are looking for a dynamic HR Business Partner with broad expertise across HR operations, including employee lifecycle management, recruiting, training, and reporting. You’ll play a key role supporting both our local HR team in Chicago and our headquarter in Viano, Italy.

This is a unique opportunity: you’ll either be hired directly in Chicago or begin in Italy, with a planned relocation to the U.S. after a few months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. HR laws and regulations.
• Drive organisational analysis and implement improvements to ensure alignment with business strategy.
• Oversee compensation and incentive frameworks, including annual salary reviews and MBO programs.
• Manage performance evaluations and reviews.
• Collaborate with the international HR Dept. and the Italian headquarter to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Oversee employee lifecycle management using platforms like SuccessFactors and Nexonia.
• Maintain HR data systems and ensure up-to-date organization charts and reports.
• Contribute to various ad-hoc HR projects.
• Support the identification of learning needs and implement training initiatives.
• Contribute to recruitment and selection processes.
• Stay current with the latest HR trends and best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Fluency in Italian and English (B2-C1).
• 5+ years of HR experience.
• Proactive mindset with a passion for improving the employee experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel (up to 20%).
• Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors is a plus.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time contract
• 40% remote working flexibility.
• Competitive salary based on experience

Not just a job, but Career Growth: Our steady year-over-year growth has fostered a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to realize your full potential, whichever career path you choose.

E80 World Academy: Prepare to be wowed by our innovative training and learning paths. We deliver cutting-edge insights so you can hone your expertise to be successful in your job.

#BE80: You will become part of a dynamic and collaborative team where giving back is close to our hearts—an integral part of our success and core to the #BE80 Culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration.
E80 Group does not tolerate any kind of discrimination or offensive behavior against one's personality (for example, moral, sexual or other kind of harassment, intimidation, persecution and other), or social exclusion or unfair treatment due to nationality, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, genetic features, family status, religions or political views or physical disabilities, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, or pregnancy.