Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Overview
Bruker is seeking a seasoned Sr. Human Resources Business Partner to co-lead the people strategy and execution across the Americas region, covering the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. The role supports a diverse workforce of more than 1,200 employees and operates within a complex, matrixed global organization, alongside other business group HR professionals.
Responsibilities
Lead and execute HR strategies and key initiatives across the Americas region, aligned with global priorities and local requirements
Align workforce capabilities with business strategy to build a future-ready organization
Provide insights and recommendations on organizational design, talent management, retention, and leadership development
Collaborate across HR functions to ensure seamless delivery of HR solutions
Support managers in implementing performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development plans
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders on talent, organization design, workforce planning, M&A integration, and transformation initiatives
Provide leadership and guidance on succession planning, leadership development, employee relations, and change management
Lead and support organizational change initiatives to adapt to evolving business environments
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by promoting agile HR practices
Proactively consult the business using data-driven insights on HR trends, challenges, and opportunities
Identify, implement, and share HR best practices, particularly in locations with limited local HR presence
Ensure compliance with global HR policies and local labor legislation
Support additional strategic initiatives as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required
Master’s degree and/or HR certification (e.g., SHRM, HRCI, WorldatWork) preferred
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including regional responsibility
Experience within a highly matrixed, global, publicly traded organization; Life Sciences, Healthcare, Medical Devices, or advanced manufacturing strongly preferred
Collaboration with leaders and teams on a global basis, especially in the EMEA region, is highly preferred
Able to collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources, to provide insights and recommendations
Strong business acumen, grasping the key drivers, processes, and financial aspects of the business and external industry landscape, to align HR initiatives with business objectives
Successful in planning, implementing, and evaluating change initiatives to ensure smooth transitions and minimize resistance and disruption
Knowledge of local labor law within the region
Strong leadership presence with exceptional communication and influencing skills
Advanced business acumen, including strategic thinking, organizational transformation, financial literacy, and analytical problem-solving
Comfortable leading through ambiguity, change, and organizational complexity
Continuous improvement mindset with a strong bias toward execution and results
Fluency in English required; German and/or Spanish is preferred