Interim Manager Chief Restructuring Officer CRO MANAGERIM

Mission Opportunity : Interim Chief Restructuring Officer

Immediate Start

Our interim management company is currently looking for an interim Chief Restructuring Officer (M/F) – (experienced HR profile or general manager), for our client a player in the retail sector (BtoB & BtoC).

  • Context: downsizing / restructuring
  • Location: mobility required both in France and the Netherlands
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 6-9 months

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct a thorough review of the organizational and financial situation of a key department whose teams are located across multiple sites in France and in the Netherlands, challegenges/issues, labor needs, and legal obligations
  • Design, validate, and implement a restructuring/social plan in accordance with both French and Dutch legal requirements
  • Redefine the target structure of the department: organization, staffing, location, skills, digital tools, etc.
  • Lead social dialogue and manage labor relations in France and the Netherlands
  • Support change in coordination with senior management and local teams
  • Ensure full compliance with deadlines, legal procedures, and communication obligations (works councils, labor authorities, etc.)
  • Provide regular reporting to the executive committee and shareholders

Profil / Required Criteria

  • Solid experience in restructuring and crisis management in international and multi-site environments (as HR Director or General Manager)
  • Experience in the retail sector and multi-channel distribution, with a good understanding of the challenges associated with sales administration and customer relations
  • Expertise in implementing restructuring plans and redundancy programmes in both France and the Netherlands
  • Experience managing labor relations during sensitive periods
  • Big-picture thinking, with a balance between strategic vision and operational execution
  • Essential! Language skills: Dutch, French, German, English

To apply
Please send your application to emma.guery@managerim.com and candidater@managerim.com, referencing CRO1906. Including your CV, short-term availability, expected compensation (daily rate), and a few details supporting your application.