Job Details
Company
Envision a future where our world flourishes with sustainable and innovative solutions that not only bring peace of mind, safeguard public health, and nurture a harmonious coexistence with nature.
As the Regional HR Manager for the USA, you will be an essential part of transforming this vision into impactful results. We don't just offer a job; we re inviting a change maker to be part of our profound transformation. By joining our team, you'll play a crucial role in cultivating an environment where ingenuity thrives, customers and markets are at the center of all we do, and intelligent products and services are developed to curb the impact of pests and also support biodiversity.
As our Regional HR Manager, you'll steer People initiatives and play a pivotal role in supporting a workforce that's primed for this green evolution. You'll be shaping a workplace culture where innovation, technology, and sustainable practices converge, enabling us to offer solutions that provide peace of mind, protect public health, and work harmoniously with nature.
This is your invitation to be more than an HR manager; it's a chance to be a catalyst for change, a leader in the transition towards a greener, more technologically advanced, and sustainable future. Join us in revolutionizing our industry and making an enduring impact on the world, one intelligent solution at a time.
Position Summary
As the Regional HR Manager in the USA, you will be at the helm of shaping our People landscape during a transformative phase of sustainable innovation. With 200 employees spread across three sites, your role will be pivotal in driving both the operational and strategic aspects of HR management. You will oversee payroll, workforce administration, benefits, and compliance while spearheading strategic initiatives like talent management, culture, engagement, and performance enhancements.
Collaborating closely with the USA leadership team, you will contribute to the alignment of People strategies with broader business goals. You will report directly into the General Manager of the U.S. and will hold a functional reporting line to the Global CHRO, ensuring a harmonized approach to HR across the organization. Moreover, you'll play a critical role in preparing the path for your own growth, with the potential to grow within the company.
Background
The US region has distribution and production facilities in:
- Santa Ana (California): Production and Distribution organization
- Jackson (Georgia): Production and Distribution organization
- St. Charles (Missouri) : Distribution organization.
- Also, we have a vast amount of remote workers throughout the USA.
The region currently employs 200 people.
Key Responsibilities
- Key member of the Regional Leadership Team, with personal responsibility for the US People strategy. Creating the detailed strategic plan and operational roadmap for the People function, which aligns to and supports the agreed Group strategy
- Oversee all aspects of People operations for our Santa Ana, California, and Jackson, Georgia sites, as well as remote workers, including payroll, workforce administration, benefits, and compliance
- Develop and execute strategic workforce plans to support the company's growth and talent acquisition objectives
- Design and drive talent management initiatives, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, People analytics, performance management, training and development
- Foster a culture of engagement and collaboration through effective communication and People programs
- Collaborative business partner advising and engaging with site leadership to address employee relations matters and ensure a positive work environment
- Work closely with the USA leadership team to align HR strategies with overall business goals
- Collaborate with the CHRO for the group, providing insights and updates on regional HR initiatives, as well as taking part in group wide initiatives
- Formal relationship with labor force/unions where appropriate
- Diplomatic and empathetic skills to enable change
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
- HR certifications such as PHR or SPHR are a plus
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including hands-on experience in both operational and strategic HR functions
- Strong knowledge of USA HR regulations, employment laws, and best practices
- Experience with Mergers & Acquisitions as well as Divestments is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Proven experience in talent management, performance management, and employee engagement
- Profound knowledge of HR analytics & People data management. Ability to analyze data and trends to make informed HR decisions and develop action plans for progress
- Further build a People function achieving industry leading delivery KPIs that help drive results
- Prior experience in a leadership or managerial capacity
- Is an astute leader and team player; able to communicate with ease to all employee groups and executive teams.
- Is very results oriented, structured, and consistently meets deadlines.
- Is focused on productivity as well as quality, with business and financial acumen
- Is accountable, impactful, motivational, inspirational and able to influence/coach and sell ideas
- Has the following languages: fluent in English. Spanish is a definite plus
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package with benefits as well as performance-based incentives
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization
- Involvement in shaping the People landscape for a rapidly growing company
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and an employee based culture
- Chance to work closely with the global HR team and contribute to international HR strategies
Location
This position is based in Jackson (Georgia), including 5-10% travel to the other sites
Flexibility in work schedules
Next?
If you are a proactive HR professional ready to take on a multifaceted role with the potential to grow, we want to hear from you. Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of HR within our organization. Apply now to be part of our exciting journey!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.