Director, HR Business Partner (Sales / Commercial)

This role will serve as a strategic people partner to business leaders, helping connect talent strategy with operating priorities in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. You will partner with sales leadership, HR centers of excellence, and cross-functional stakeholders to align talent priorities with commercial execution. The position offers the opportunity to influence team performance, leadership capability, and scalable people practices within a life sciences environment.

Location: Rohnert Park, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales and Commercial leaders to align HR strategies with business goals
• Support both non-exempt and exempt employees
• Drive initiatives for organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with HR team to implement best practices
• Develop strategies to promote a high-performance culture focused on employee engagement and inclusion
• Analyze HR metrics to provide insights on workforce trends and management strategies
• Ensure compliance with laws and ethical HR standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; master's degree preferred
• 8-10 years progressive HR experience as a business partner/generalist, with 3+ years supporting Sales and Commercial functions
• Proven track record of driving business results through effective HR strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for influencing and collaborating with stakeholders
• Experience in Change Management and managing employee relations matters

Pay

$220,000 – $270,000 annually

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Flexible work arrangements and potential remote options
• Generous vacation and leave policies
• Access to resources that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion