Xavier Grouès
About Xavier Grouès
Xavier Grouès is a Group HR Project Director at Faurecia, with a focus on international talent development and employee engagement. He has over 20 years of experience in human resources, having held various roles in companies such as ArcelorMittal and Kraft Foods.
Current Role as Group HR Project Director
Xavier Grouès currently serves as the Group HR Project Director at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Nanterre, Île-de-France, France. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various HR projects that align with the company's strategic objectives. His focus includes enhancing employee engagement and retention through effective talent management strategies.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current role, Xavier Grouès held multiple positions at Faurecia. He worked as the Talent & Management Development leader for the Europe Seating Division from 2016 to 2018, and as the Human Resources Director from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he served as the HR Shared Services Center Director from 2011 to 2016, all based in Brières-les-Scellés, Île-de-France, France. His tenure at Faurecia has contributed to his expertise in managing HR initiatives within the automotive sector.
Experience at ArcelorMittal
Xavier Grouès worked at ArcelorMittal as an HR Manager from 2002 to 2005 in Florange, France. He later served as the HR Shared Services Center Director from 2005 to 2009 in Montataire, France. His roles at ArcelorMittal provided him with foundational HR management experience, which he has built upon in subsequent positions.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Xavier Grouès has a strong educational background in human resources management. He earned an Executive MBA in International Human Resources Management from Groupe IGS Formation Continue from 2017 to 2018. He also holds a Master 1 degree in Administration et Gestion des Entreprises, Droit from Université Lumière Lyon 2, completed between 1995 and 1999. Additionally, he obtained a DESS (Master 2) in Développement des ressources humaines from ESDES Lyon Business School in 2000.
Specialization in International Talent Development
Xavier Grouès specializes in international talent development, leveraging his expertise to enhance employee engagement and retention. He has extensive experience managing HR projects on an international scale, particularly within the automotive industry. Notably, he directed the Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP) project, which impacted 80,000 employees across 15 countries.