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Senior Director, Global Human Resources
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What they do
A Director of Human Resources manages human resources functions for a company or organization, including the recruiting, hiring and training of employees. Works with executive management to develop and implement staffing and compensation plans, and works to attract and retain qualified employees. Oversees training and development initiatives. Manages compensation and benefits structure and provides information to employees. Monitors compliance with employment-related regulations. Implements company policies and deals with staffing or disciplinary issues as needed.
$179,089 / year median in Oregon
+9% projected growth
Job Description
- Serve as a strategic business partner to executive leadership, developing and executing human capital strategies that support the organization's vision, goals, and long-term growth while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Lead all talent acquisition initiatives, ensuring the organization attracts, hires, and retains high-caliber talent to meet current and future business needs.
- Direct talent management programs, including performance management, employee engagement, and retention strategies, to build a high-performing workforce.
- Oversee organizational design and development efforts to optimize structure, capabilities, and operational effectiveness across the enterprise.
- Develop and implement succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and a strong pipeline of future leaders.
- Champion leadership development initiatives that strengthen organizational capability and prepare leaders to successfully navigate change and growth.
- Provide executive oversight of compensation and benefits programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, market competitiveness, and employee value propositions.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, and corporate policies while proactively managing organizational risk.
- Lead human resources due diligence, workforce planning, and integration activities associated with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
- Develop and execute enterprise-wide employee communication strategies that foster engagement, transparency, and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Establish learning and development strategies that support workforce capability, leadership effectiveness, and organizational growth.
- Provide executive leadership on complex employee relations matters, promoting a positive workplace culture while ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and practices.
- Lead, develop, and mentor the Human Resources team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Advise senior leadership and the Board of Directors, as appropriate, on human capital trends, workforce risks, and strategic people initiatives.
- Up to 35% travel is required, including domestic and international travel, to support business operations, leadership meetings, employee engagement initiatives, and strategic projects. Qualifications
- 15 years demonstrated experience in a global human resources management role, preferably as a Senior Manager or Director.
- Exceptional executive-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage, influence, and build relationships across diverse functional areas, organizational levels, personalities, and cultures. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and foster alignment in a team-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated experience in executive assessment, coaching, and performance improvement, with a proven track record of leading organizational change and driving business transformation. Strong organizational development (OD) expertise and change management acumen, with the ability to align people strategies with evolving business needs.
- Strong organizational, analytical and management skills
- Continuous improvement and process oriented
- Manufacturing industry insight and proven track record
- Multi-site plant manufacturing and international experience
- Experience with a non-union workforce preferred
- Lean methodology and HR best practices thought leader moving organizations forward
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources or related field; Masters Human Resources degree preferred
SPHR/GPHR
Certification preferred- Competency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and HR database or analytics tools Key Leadership Attributes
- Demonstrates humility and self-awareness, actively seeking diverse perspectives and constructive feedback to make informed decisions.
- Strategic and forward-thinking leader with the ability to align human capital strategies with business objectives.
- Advisor and influential partner to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors.
- Strong executive presence with exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to lead organizational transformation, change management, and business growth initiatives.
- High degree of business acumen with the ability to balance people, operational, and financial considerations in decision-making.
- Demonstrated success building, developing, and leading high-performing teams across multiple locations and cultures.
- Skilled coach and mentor with a passion for leadership development and talent growth.
- Collaborative and inclusive leader who fosters trust, accountability, engagement, and teamwork.
- Strong organizational development expertise with the ability to drive culture, performance, and organizational effectiveness.
- Sound judgment, integrity, and discretion in handling complex and sensitive business and employee matters.
- Results-oriented executive with the ability to execute strategy while managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Resilient and adaptable leader who thrives in periods of change, growth, and organizational evolution.