Director Of Human Resources
A growing company in the manufacturing sector with employees across North America and Europe is seeking a Director of Human Resources. The organization operates multiple manufacturing facilities and is a direct-to-consumer business.
Job Summary
The Director of HR will provide supervision and leadership to Plant HR Teams and Direct-to-Consumer HR. This role partners with business leaders and corporate resources to achieve strategic goals. The Director serves as an influential business partner driving and aligning business initiatives, providing expert consultation on employee relations, workforce planning, total rewards, talent management, employee engagement, mergers and acquisition activity, HR metrics, and policy management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring effective support for operational goals across all facilities
- Directly supervise, lead and develop the Plant HR Teams (multiple sites) and Direct-to-Consumer HR team
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on general employee relations initiatives, talent-related projects, salary administration, and performance management
- Direct and/or perform internal investigations of escalated employee claims; manage the resolution of significant employee issues
- Partner with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, providing counsel on possible impacts of decisions
- Lead change management efforts related to organizational restructuring, process improvements, and cultural transformation initiatives
- Lead initiatives to optimize the use of the Workday HRIS, including enhancements to data integrity, reporting capabilities, and user experience
- Ensure comprehensive talent initiatives nurture and enhance the skills and capabilities of employees at all levels
- Utilize HR analytics and metrics to assess workforce trends, inform talent strategies, and drive business decisions
- Foster a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns, managing conflict resolution, and promoting open communication
- Champion DEI initiatives, ensuring inclusive hiring practices and workplace culture
- Lead and manage all compliance, regulatory, and legal related issues including governmental inquiries
- Develop and implement new policies and procedures and administration of Employee Handbook