Senior Director Human Resources
Generac · Waukesha, WI · 2 wk ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on all human capital matters
- Lead HR strategy across multiple functions, regions, and business units
- Influence organizational effectiveness, engagement, retention, and long-term workforce strategy
- Drive alignment of people strategies with enterprise business priorities in a complex, matrixed environment
Talent Management & Leadership Development
- Oversee enterprise talent strategy, including leadership development and succession planning
- Build and scale leadership capability across global teams
- Strengthen bench strength and organizational readiness for future growth
Organizational Design & Workforce Planning
- Lead organizational design initiatives aligned to business transformation and growth
- Drive workforce planning strategies using data and analytics across multiple sites and regions
- Support leaders in optimizing structure, roles, and capabilities
Employee & Labor Relations
- Ensure compliance with HR policies, employment law, and risk mitigation practices
- Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues and investigations
- Lead labor relations strategy, including union partnerships, contract administration, and negotiations (as applicable)
Mergers, Acquisitions & Transformation
- Lead HR integration efforts for M&A activities, including onboarding, culture alignment, and organizational integration
- Drive change management initiatives tied to transformation efforts across the enterprise
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as the connective link between HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence (COEs), and the business
- Ensure alignment of HR programs, communication, and execution across geographies and functions
- Lead or contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives, governance forums, and strategic HR programs
Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HR team supporting regional or functional business groups
- Set clear expectations and foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Manage performance through coaching, feedback, and recognition