Global Senior HR Director, Southeast or Midwest (US)

A leader in agribusiness, this midsized public company has a broad global footprint and is enjoying growth around the world. This customer-focused, innovative organization enjoys a motivated employee base and a highly collaborative culture. From an HR perspective, the business is well-supported by a full CoE structure and a multi-local team of agile business partners.

This role reports to the CHRO and can be done remotely, however the individual must be based in the US Southeast or Midwest and within reach of a major airport. This is a true global business partnering opportunity, responsible for running HR for a pivotal division of the business globally; plus the corporate functions. The position manages a team. This position offers a significant element of building, a large Talent agenda, and a mission to drive HR and business transformation. It drives organizational effectiveness, builds leadership capability, and ensures strong operational execution of core HR processes to enable sustainable business growth. Enhancing collaboration with CoEs and strengthening HR Operations are currently heavy areas of focus for the HR leadership. This is a hands-on role which interacts closely with senior stakeholders and employees of all levels.

A background in life sciences or agriculture will be necessary, including recent experience in FDA regulated environments. The ideal candidate would have worked closely with R&D teams and should be naturally curious and enjoy dealing with scientific and highly educated employee groups. They should be adept at managing senior stakeholder relationships. International/global exposure working cross-culturally is a ‘must have’. Also needed will be recent experience driving transformation, change, and innovation on a global level. While this position requires exceptional HR partnering expertise, depth in Talent would be helpful especially in organization effectiveness, succession planning, leadership development, coaching. We are seeking a ‘player/coach’ who is hands-on and adept at executing through others.

A thriving, midsized company with an impressive and likeable leadership team. The culture is down-to-earth and the business is growing and doing well. A great opportunity for the right person to build a long-term career. This is a CHRO succession opportunity.

Like most midsized companies, there are growing pains and applicants should not expect large company infrastructure. You need to be hands-on and non-hierarchical to succeed in this business.