Recrutement KMD Brands

L'entreprise

The company.

KMD Brands is a global outdoor, lifestyle, and sports company, bringing together three iconic brands: Kathmandu, Rip Curl, and Oboz.

Driven by a shared passion for the outdoors, the group’s purpose and vision are rooted in its love for nature and adventure. KMD Brands aspires to be the leading family of global outdoor brands - designed for purpose, driven by innovation, and committed to making a positive impact for people and the planet.

Since its acquisition in 2020, the group has been undergoing a major transformation to support its rapid growth, adapt to evolving ways of working, and respond to new societal expectations.

The European headquarters, based in Hossegor, serves as a strategic hub for the group’s operations across the continent.

Profil attendu

Expected profile.

Profil
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👉Senior HR leader with 7+ years of experience, including building and managing high-performing teams in dynamic environments.

👉 Strong background in multi-site and international contexts, with deep expertise in employee relations and European labour law.

👉 Proven ability to lead change and transformation, advising executive leaders and driving performance and engagement.

👉 Experience designing and implementing HR programs that enhance employee experience and support organisational goals.

👉 Industry background in retail, lifestyle, or consumer brands preferred — sporting goods experience is a plus.

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Skills

👉 Fluent in English (Spanish is a plus) and able to communicate clearly across diverse audiences and cultures.

👉 People-first, business-minded, and pragmatic, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

👉 Exceptional interpersonal abilities: consultative, influential, and comfortable engaging at all levels of the organisation.

👉 Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing conflicting priorities and shifting demands in complex environments.

👉 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity, relevance, and impact.

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Missions

1. Strategic HR leadership

Act as a trusted partner to the President Europe and Brand Managers, aligning People strategy with business objectives.
Advise on key transformations (organizational changes, team integration, retail expansion).
Champion HR as a transformational function, driving innovation over traditional support models.
Lead the rollout of the Group ERP (2026) in line with system unification and operational efficiency.

2. People strategy & employee relations

Oversee all core HR operations in Europe: administration, Compensation & Benefits, and legal compliance.
Provide strategic guidance on complex employee relations issues and coach regional HR teams.
Ensure alignment with European labour laws while supporting day-to-day HR excellence.

Manage annual People processes (performance, compensation, succession planning) with rigour and consistency.

3. Talent, culture & engagement

Design and deploy a talent development strategy aligned with KMD Brands’ values and performance goals.
Support managers in leadership development and team effectiveness.
Foster an inclusive, learning-driven, and high-performance culture across all brands.
Drive Diversity & Inclusion, wellbeing, and employee experience initiatives based on employee feedback and data.

4. Global collaboration & ESG commitment

Collaborate with global HR teams (Australia, New Zealand) to ensure consistency and best-practice sharing.
Adapt Group-wide initiatives locally while maintaining global alignment.
Lead People-related ESG and B Corp initiatives, promoting a culture of responsibility and impact.
Support the health, safety, and wellbeing agenda across all European operations.

Informations complémentaires

Location, date of arrival & compensation.

👉Location: Soorts-Hossegor (on site presence)

👉Availability: As soon as possible

👉Contract: Permanent Contract (CDI)

👉Start Date: ASAP

Je candidate !Apply !

VP People Europe

KMD Brands