Global HRBP (Operations)

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Purpose of the Job
As the HR Business Partner to Global Operations Director, he/she will drive HR strategies for Global Operations - aligning with business objectives, supporting organization growth, and enhancing operational effectiveness across the regions. As a key partner to the senior leadership team in Operations, he/she will lead HR programs focused on employee engagement, talent development, and operational performance, while promoting HR best practices and contributing to the broader business strategy. This role requires close collaboration with HR COEs (Center of Excellence) and Site HR Managers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Partnering:
• Partner with Global Operations Director to provide focused, business-minded HR leadership to enable the success of Company’s Operations by translating business vision and strategy into executable people strategy.
• Align HR strategies with business objectives across global operations.
• Advise, coach, and influence senior Operations leaders on talent management,
• organizational design, and leadership development.

2. Talent Management
• Accountable for attracting and retaining Operations talents that fit our Company’s Culture and ensuring a best-in-class employee experience from onboarding to induction, to development and growth, to offboarding.
• Identify and address talent gaps globally, focusing on critical roles in operations.
• Lead initiatives for talent acquisition, leadership development, and succession planning.

3. Performance Management & Employee Engagement:
• Work closely with site leadership to drive performance management processes to enhance productivity and foster engagement.
• Address employee relations issues and promote a positive work environment.

4. Organizational Development:
• Lead/ provide guidance on organizational design and change management to support operational goals.
• Support manufacturing excellence through HR-driven initiatives.

5. HR Analytics and Reporting:
• Provide HR data insights to leadership on workforce trends and gaps.
• Track and report on key HR metrics like turnover, engagement, and productivity.

6. Compliance & Risk Management:
• Work with Site HRs to ensure compliance with local and global labor laws and company policies.
• Manage HR-related risks and ensure proper documentation and reporting.

7. Global HR Projects:
• Lead or support global HR projects, including leadership development and diversity initiatives.
• Ensure alignment with HR practices across regions and functions.

8. People Management + Collaboration with Site/Global HRs:
• Manage and develop site HR teams across the 8 manufacturing plants, providing leadership, coaching, and support to ensure high and consistent performance.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous development within the site HR versus the Global HR teams.
• Support and guide site HR teams in addressing local challenges and fostering a unified global HR strategy.
• Work with HR COE and drive implementation and communication of key HR processes and new initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Education: Degree in any discipline or HR certifications preferred.
• Experience: Min. 15 years of experience in regional HR, with operations-focused roles is a must.
• Skills: Strong strategic, communication, and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully drive initiatives in a matrix environment and work at all levels of the organization.
• Stakeholder management: Ability to build a wide network of relationships and manage senior stakeholders.
• Travel: Willingness to travel internationally (20-30%).

KEY ATTRIBUTES:
• Strong business acumen, ability to influence, and high emotional intelligence.
• Global experience or exposure is a plus.
• Global mindset, able to lead virtual teams.
• Proven track record of delivering high performance across geographies and cultures.
• Operational and strategic decision-making ability.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented professional with excellent analytical, planning, evaluation, and implementation skills.