Vice President - HR

Global Excel Management Inc.; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, Global Excel Management Inc., is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to lead transformative workforce initiatives. This executive role involves strategy development, optimizing talent management, and enhancing organizational culture in a fast-evolving business landscape. The ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive HR leadership experience, a strong business focus, and the capability to influence at the executive level.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Bilingual language premium when applicable

Group health/dental benefits

Paid training and professional development

Growth and advancement opportunities

Work-life balance

Focus on health and wellness initiatives

Employee engagement programs focused on fitness and fun

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Proven success in HR transformation and organizational development.
• Strong background in managing global HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead global HR function and drive strategic initiatives.
• Manage organizational growth and optimize people strategies.
• Implement HR service standards and frameworks.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent management

Change management

Data-driven decision-making

Bilingual proficiency (French & English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description

About us

At Global Excel, we believe that our success starts with our people. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. As we continue our accelerated growth and geographic expansion, we seek a Vice President of Human Resources (VPHR) to drive our strategic workforce initiatives, champion cultural transformation, and implement cutting-edge HR solutions.

This is a high-impact executive role, essential to shaping the future of our workforce and ensuring that HR strategies align seamlessly with our business vision.

The Role

As VPHR, you will lead our global HR function, providing strategic direction, championing change, and optimizing our people strategies in a fast-evolving business landscape. This role is pivotal in managing organizational growth, talent optimization, digital transformation, and cultural enhancement while ensuring our HR operations remain innovative, scalable, and impactful.

What does your typical day look like?

Strategy & Leadership

· Collaborate with executive leadership to define and drive the organization’s long-term vision, culture, and HR strategy.

· Develop and execute a comprehensive global HR roadmap aligned with corporate goals.

· Establish HR service standards, frameworks, and best practices in line with global trends.

· Partner with senior leaders to optimize organizational structure and workforce planning.

· Act as a change agent, ensuring smooth transformation through effective communication and leadership alignment.

Strategic Initiatives & Transformation

· Lead global talent acquisition, workforce planning, and succession management to secure top-tier talent.

· Design and implement leadership development programs to elevate managerial capabilities and drive cultural alignment.

· Oversee the global deployment of HRIS (Workday) to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and decision-making.

· Introduce business performance indicators to create clear accountability across teams.

· Strengthen performance management frameworks, fostering a high-performance culture.

· Enhance employee engagement and retention strategies across a diverse, hybrid, and global workforce.

· Drive post-acquisition HR integrations, ensuring seamless cultural and operational transitions.

· Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives to reinforce a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

HR Operations & Organizational Efficiency

· Oversee global HR operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with employment laws.

· Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to HR teams worldwide.

· Utilize HR analytics and workforce metrics to drive data-informed decision-making.

· Establish competitive compensation, benefits, and incentive structures aligned with market benchmarks.

· Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Leadership & Team Development

· Build and inspire a high-performing global HR team, fostering innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

· Create an empowered and continuous learning environment that supports professional growth.

· Maintain a transparent and engaging communication strategy to keep employees connected to the company’s mission.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

· 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with a proven track record in HR strategy, talent management, and organizational development.

· Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Professional HR certifications (e.g., CPHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CIPD) are a plus.

· Extensive experience in HR transformation, workforce planning, and change management within a fast-paced, global environment.

· Strong background in HR technology implementation (e.g., Workday), process optimization, and data-driven decision-making.

· Proven success in leading post-merger integrations, executive compensation strategies, and employee engagement initiatives.

· Expertise in managing complex global HR operations, employment law compliance, and multi-region workforce challenges.

· A strategic, business-focused mindset with the ability to influence and collaborate at the executive level.

· Strong leadership in building high performing, engaged, and diverse teams across global locations.

· A data-driven approach to HR innovation, talent acquisition, and employee development.

· Agile, adaptable, and capable of leading HR initiatives in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

· Bilingual proficiency (French & English) to drive effective communication across international teams.

We offer you

At Global Excel we believe in investing in our employees!

• Competitive wages;
• Bilingual language premium when applicable;
• Group health /dental benefits, RRSP matching;
• Paid training and the opportunity for professional development;
• Growth and advancement opportunities;
• Work life balance;
• Focus on health and wellness initiatives with an excellent EAP program;
• Employee engagement programs that focus on fitness, food and fun.