HR Shared Services Solution Centre In-Country Tier 2 HR Service Representative

Dusseldorf, GermanyFull-timePosted Jul 20, 2026

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Role summary

The HRSC (HR Shared Services Solution Centre) In-Country Tier 2 HR Service Representative plays a key operational role in those Cencora countries in Europe with large and complex populations. The role is an in-country specialist, able to solve specific questions and problems relating to the specific country that they serve.

The role reports to the HRSC In-Country Tier 2 Leader in Lithuania. The role will also have access to a local HR leader who can help them with country specific issues.

Responsibilities:

  • Be an expert in local policies, processes and practices for all Cencora companies within that specific country
  • Respond to and resolve specific country queries passed to them by the HRSC Tier 1 team in Lithuania in ServiceNow
  • Complete Workday tasks for that country which need specific local knowledge
  • Work within agreed SLAs for both response and resolution time
  • Help to identify recurring issues and propose solutions for service enhancement to the HRSC In-Country Tier 2 Leader in Lithuania
  • Act on any specific survey feedback received
  • Lead/support HR knowledge transition process where needed from other countries
  • Work closely with the Operational Excellence and Training teams to identify and implement areas of improvement

Specific Country Responsibilities:

  • Local HR Expertise for Complex Issues: Support managers and employees in resolving challenging HR matters that require local knowledge due to legal, statutory, or complex circumstances
  • In-Person HR Support: Deliver HR services that require a physical presence or direct interaction at the local level
  • Specialized HR Support: Address complex questions related to benefits, payroll, recruitment, onboarding and offboarding leveraging local channels and expertise
  • Language-Specific HR Assistance: Provide HR advice and support in the local language to ensure clear communication and understanding
  • Escalation for Complex Cases: Act as the escalation point for HR issues that cannot be resolved by centralized Tier 1 or Tier 2 teams, ensuring timely and effective solutions
  • Collaboration with Local Authorities: Engage with local authorities as needed to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

 

 

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    Requirements:

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
    • 1 to 3 years of relevant HR experience, preferably within a Shared Services environment
    • Strong knowledge of local employment legislation, HR policies, practices, and procedures
    • Experience working in a multinational and multi-site environment
    • Demonstrated experience using Workday, ServiceNow, or comparable HR technology platforms
    • Experience supporting employees and managers across a broad range of HR processes
    • Experience working with managers or stakeholders located in another country is an advantage
    • Fluency in the local country language German and a good working knowledge of English

    Minimum skills, knowledge and ability requirements:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong customer service and stakeholder management capabilities
    • Ability to build effective working relationships across all organizational levels
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment on escalation and risk management
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
    • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee information with discretion
    • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing processes and service delivery
    • Knowledge of HR disciplines, including labor law, recruitment, compensation and benefits, payroll, and employee relations
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
    • Ability to represent Cencora's values and maintain a professional, employee-focused approach

    What Cencora offers

    ​Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

    Full time

    Affiliated Companies

    Affiliated Companies: World Courier (Deutschland) GmbH

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

    The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

    Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

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