Global Human Resources Director

About the CompanySome HR leadership roles support the business. This one helps drive it. We’re conducting a confidential search on behalf of a mid-to-large-sized global machinery manufacturing organization with a strong operational footprint and a rapidly evolving workforce strategy. This is a highly visible executive leadership role supporting a complex, multi-entity environment where HR is expected to influence organizational performance, leadership capability, operational effectiveness, and long-term growth strategy.The organization is seeking a hands-on executive leader who can balance strategic transformation with operational execution across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll be expected to engage closely with executive leadership, operations, finance, and functional business leaders to help scale the organization, strengthen culture, and modernize people practices across the enterprise.About the RoleAs the Global Director of Human Resources, you will serve as the senior HR leader responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s people strategy across multiple business entities and operational functions. You’ll oversee organizational development, talent strategy, employee relations, workforce planning, leadership development, compensation strategy, compliance, and HR operations while acting as a strategic advisor to executive leadership.This role requires someone who can operate effectively in both boardroom-level strategy discussions and day-to-day operational leadership environments. The organization is looking for an executive who understands how HR directly impacts manufacturing performance, workforce stability, scalability, and long-term business growth.ResponsibilitiesExecutive HR Leadership & Business PartnershipServe as a strategic advisor to executive leadership across organizational planning, workforce strategy, and business growth initiativesAlign HR strategy with operational, financial, and long-term business objectivesSupport leadership teams through organizational transformation, restructuring, and operational scaling initiativesDrive organizational effectiveness across multiple entities and functional business groupsInfluence executive decision-making through workforce insights, talent analytics, and organizational planningTalent Strategy & Organizational DevelopmentLead enterprise-wide talent management initiatives including succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, and retention strategyBuild scalable leadership development frameworks to strengthen long-term organizational capabilityOversee performance management strategies and employee development initiativesPartner with leadership to strengthen engagement, accountability, and organizational cultureDrive initiatives that improve workforce stability and long-term talent pipelinesEmployee Relations, Compliance & Workforce LeadershipProvide executive oversight on employee relations strategy, investigations, and complex workforce mattersEnsure compliance across federal, state, and multi-entity employment regulationsPartner with legal and operational leadership on labor, compliance, and workforce risk management initiativesPromote a culture centered on accountability, communication, and operational excellenceSupport leaders through difficult organizational and workforce decisions with consistency and sound judgmentHR Operations & Process TransformationLead modernization efforts across HR systems, processes, and operational workflowsDrive continuous improvement initiatives across HR operations and workforce processesUtilize workforce analytics and organizational data to guide strategic decision-makingOversee compensation, benefits, and total rewards strategy in alignment with market competitiveness and organizational goalsEnsure HR infrastructure and programs can scale alongside organizational growthMulti-Entity & Global HR LeadershipSupport HR strategy across a global, multi-entity organizational structurePartner with international and domestic leadership teams to ensure consistency and operational alignmentNavigate organizational complexity across multiple business units, functions, and operational groupsHelp standardize people practices while maintaining flexibility across business needsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field requiredMaster’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred12+ years of progressive HR leadership experienceStrong background supporting manufacturing, industrial, or operationally intensive environmentsExperience operating within global, multi-entity organizationsProven success partnering with executive leadership teams on organizational strategy and workforce initiativesStrong experience in organizational development, talent strategy, employee relations, and workforce planningDeep understanding of employment law, compliance, and operational HR leadershipAbility to balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational executionStrong executive presence, communication skills, and organizational influence capabilitiesExperience leading organizational change and process transformation initiativesPay range and compensation packageBase salary range: $200,000 – $250,000Equal Opportunity StatementIf you’re looking for an executive HR leadership role where operational strategy, organizational growth, and workforce transformation intersect, this is worth a conversation. Confidential inquiries welcome.