Global Vice President of Human Resources SKB Cases
- Nanuk Gear Protection
- SKB Mexico
- European Operations Build the people strategy for a company that's going global! To be located at our newest Northeast Ohio (Stow) Distribution Center, hybrid with regular travel to our sites in North America and Europe
- Reports to the CEO We make products built to protect what matters most.
Now we're looking for an HR executive to protect and grow our most important asset: our people. As our Global Vice President of Human Resources, you'll be the senior HR leader across five operations in four countries: SKB Cases in Orange, California Nanuk Gear Protection in Terrebonne, Quebec SKB Mexico in Mexicali Our Northeast Ohio Distribution Center in Stow Our new European distribution hub in Groningen, Netherlands You'll report directly to the CEO, lead a team of 5-7 HR professionals, and shape how we grow through expansion, acquisitions, and new markets. This isn't a "maintain the status quo" role. It's a chance to build scalable HR infrastructure from the ground up, put your stamp on a growing global organization, and see the impact of your work on every shop floor and in every leadership meeting. Where you'll work This role is based in Northeast Ohio. You'll spend each month on site at our Stow, Ohio facility, and the rest of your time working remotely or visiting our teams in California, Quebec, Mexico, and the Netherlands. If you live within commuting distance of Stow, or are willing to relocate or travel there regularly, we'd like to talk. What you'll do Set the global people strategy. Partner with the CEO and executive team on organizational design, workforce planning, succession, and culture, and turn business goals into people plans that work. Lead our international expansion. Build compliant, scalable employment practices for new markets, starting with our Netherlands operations, collaborating with local counsel and advisors. Drive acquisitions and integration. Lead HR due diligence, assess talent and culture, and integrate policies, pay, systems and people so new teams feel like part of one company. Standardize and modernize. Create consistent HR processes, governance, and internal controls across all sites. Lead HRIS, payroll, performance, and learning technology transformation. Make total rewards a competitive edge. Oversee global compensation, executive and incentive plans, and U.S. benefits strategy so we can attract and keep top talent. Grow leaders. Build leadership development, career paths and succession pipelines, and coach executives and managers to lead at their best. Keep us compliant and fair. Guide complex employee relations matters and investigations, and ensure compliance across U.S. (including California), Canadian, Mexican, and European employment laws. Turn data into decisions. Build workforce dashboards and present talent risks, organizational health and strategy to the executive team and Board. Be present. Spend time on our manufacturing floors, in our distribution centers and in our offices, building engagement, visibility and one shared culture. What you bring 12 or more years of progressive HR leadership, including at least 5 years leading multi-site, multi-state, and global HR operations Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, supply chain, or industrial environments A track record of supporting international expansion and leading acquisitions, integrations, and change management. Working knowledge of California employment law (wage and hour, leaves, employee relations, and compliance), plus the curiosity to master the rules in every jurisdiction where we operate Success building scalable HR infrastructure and implementing HRIS platforms Confidence presenting workforce strategy to executive leadership and Boards of Directors A bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field Willingness to be on site in Northeast Ohio 8-10 days per month and to travel regularly to our other locations, including internationally You'll stand out with: A master's degree SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GPHR or CHRL certification Experience in a private-equity-backed company HR experience in California, Canada, and Mexico Experience leading in union-free manufacturing environments Why join us Real influence: a seat at the executive table, reporting directly to the CEO.
Flexibility:
a hybrid schedule built around time with your teams.
Room to build:
shape HR for a company growing across North America and Europe.
Variety:
work spanning manufacturing, distribution, M&A, and international markets, so no two weeks look the same Competitive total rewards: an attractive base salary (commensurate with experience and accomplishments), annual bonus/incentive, and health, retirement, and other benefits highlights. Ready to make your mark? If you're a strategic, hands-on HR leader who's energized by growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your resume and a brief note on the HR infrastructure you're proudest of building.
Pay:
$250,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Stow, OH 44224
