Senior Vice President of Human Resources for the Americas

2 weeks ago


Westchester, Illinois, United States Essentra Full time
Senior Vice President of Human Resources for the Americas

In the role of Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Essentra, you will oversee all personnel-related activities within the organization, focusing on both operational and strategic dimensions. Working in close partnership with the leadership team across the Americas, you will deliver proactive, practical, and commercially savvy HR leadership. Your position will involve translating corporate culture and business objectives into organizational capabilities aimed at attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.

A significant aspect of your role will be to challenge and enhance existing HR practices, providing insights that inform decision-making at every level of the organization. You will lead the HR team in the Americas during a transformative phase for the business, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer. As a vital member of the Global HR Leadership team, your contributions will be essential in shaping and executing the People Strategy.

Essentra stands as a global leader in the industrial components sector, offering a diverse array of products tailored to meet various client requirements. With a dedicated workforce of over 3,000 professionals worldwide, we aim to be the premier supplier of essential components.

Benefits:

  • Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K plan with employer matching
  • Generous vacation policy

Key Responsibilities:

  • Formulate and implement the People Strategy in collaboration with Leadership Teams to foster employee growth and development
  • Uphold high standards in leadership and personnel management
  • Inspire, motivate, and develop the US HR team to enhance employee engagement
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management, providing insights for leadership development
  • Enhance the HR function to deliver exceptional service and effective workforce planning
  • Champion initiatives related to talent management, performance evaluation, and employee engagement
  • Offer HR guidance to senior management on all workforce-related matters
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and exemplary HR service delivery
  • Support organizational changes and devise HR solutions that align with business needs
  • Engage in Regional and Global Leadership Teams to promote high performance
  • Oversee Employee Relations and ensure adherence to employment regulations
  • Direct HR services to achieve excellence in performance and compliance

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in the manufacturing or distribution industry
  • Proven HR leadership in complex organizational structures
  • International experience in diverse cultural settings
  • Demonstrated success in strategy formulation and execution
  • Familiarity with US employment law and regional regulations
  • Expertise in change management and enhancing business performance
  • Ability to lead in dynamic and evolving business environments
  • Strong competencies in leadership, communication, and change management
  • Business acumen and adaptability
  • Resilient, pragmatic, and results-driven
  • Clear proficiency in operational people leadership

If you are an accomplished HR leader seeking to make a meaningful impact within a global organization, this opportunity is designed for you. Join Essentra and contribute to a team committed to excellence in all facets of human resources.

Essentra Components is an Equal Opportunity & E-verify employer.



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