Global Director, Human Resources - Lubrizol Surface Sciences, Engineered Materials & Procurement

The Lubrizol Corporation

Brecksville (OH)

On-site

USD 170,000 - 260,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

401(k) match + Age-Weighted DefinedCon

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career and professional growth

Inclusive culture and vibrantcommunity

Job summary

The Lubrizol Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Director to support five global business units across Lubrizol Life Sciences (LLS), Engineered Materials (LEM), and Procurement. You will partner with senior leadership to develop and execute people and culture strategies, build capability, and drive workforce plans globally.

You’ll lead HRBP teams, act as a change agent, and align HR initiatives with business goals, ensuring a competitive talent base and strong organizational design.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management or related field or equivalent professional experience within an international organization.
Minimum of 10 years human resources experience with at least 5 years of generalist experience at a senior level.
Experience working closely with senior business leaders to establish strategy, program, tools, policies, and processes.
Experience acting as a change agent, strategic advisor, and collaborator with senior leaders to champion HR standards and influence/shape business plans, vision, mission, and priorities.

Responsibilities

Build and sustain trusted advisor/business partner relationships with assigned business/function senior leadership team.
Lead a team of HR business partners that will support all HR/talent aspects for their assigned business/function.
Act as change agent, strategic advisor, and collaborator with senior leaders to influence and shape culture, business plans, priorities, and human capital strategies.
Partner with senior leaders to align and deliver strategic talent plans, reduce complexities, and enhance the value of enterprise HR solutions, including but not limited to:
Identify business drivers that may require org development/change; plan and execute associated organizational change strategies.
Complete business unit workforce environment analysis, short/long-term workforce requirements aligned to business priorities and partner with COE/business unit leaders to develop business unit workforce strategy.
Partner with business unit leaders to establish high-level recruiting needs
Represent needs of business unit, provide input to benefit/comp program design and provide feedback to the Center of Excellence (COE) on comp/benefit program effectiveness, communications, and deployment strategy
Analyze trends and metrics and partner/consult with COEs to solve problems and develop relevant solutions, programs/policies
Partner with the senior leadership team to resolve people, productivity, and performance optimization challenges
Understand the business/function, competitive landscape, and key strategies to shape the talent and HR requirements for the business, including but not limited to:
Partner with COE/HRBPs to identify business unit learning needs and plan/implement business unit-wide learning initiatives
Coach business/function senior leadership team in talent-related discussions/planning and in implementation of performance management process and executive communications
Partner with business unit/function in developing/delivering key culture, inclusion, and other strategic HR messages/plans
Engage with and provide guidance to Region HR Directors for execution of business/function strategy and priorities
Work with business/function leaders to champion business and HR standards and consistency in policies, systems, etc.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Senior stakeholder engagement

Change management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Location: Brecksville, OH to start, and transitioning to Wickliffe, OH in 2028.

Job Type: Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)

Travel: 10-20%

Shape the Future with Us

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Lubrizol is hiring a Human Resources Director to support a portfolio of 5 global business units in our Lubrizol Life Sciences (LLS) and Engineered Materials (LEM) segments and Procurement organization – this role will partner with the business segment Presidents and Chief Procurement Officer to develop and execute people and culture strategies for their teams globally. This role will also partner with leaders to ensure the business/function have a competitive talent base to achieve their respective goals and objectives. The HR Director serves as a trusted leader, developing rapport with senior leaders to build their capabilities related to strategic workforce planning, organizational design, change readiness, talent and compensation reviews, performance management and succession planning. This role is ideal for a candidate who has working knowledge of how people and culture create a competitive advantage for the business and are comfortable leading change that accelerates business results.

Key Essential Functions

Build and sustain trusted advisor/business partner relationships with assigned business/function senior leadership team
- Understand key drivers of business performance, how talent and culture contribute to those drivers and partner with business leaders to deliver results
- Demonstrate courage to proactively recognize and articulate when ideas and/or strategies may not align with cultural expectations and the business vision and offer alternative solutions
Lead a team of HR business partners that will support all HR/talent aspects for their assigned business/function
Act as change agent, strategic advisor, and collaborator with senior leaders to influence and shape culture, business plans, priorities, and human capital strategies
Partner with senior leaders to align and deliver strategic talent plans, reduce complexities, and enhance the value of enterprise HR solutions, including but not limited to:
Identify business drivers that may require org development/change; plan and execute associated organizational change strategies
Complete business unit workforce environment analysis, short/long-term workforce requirements aligned to business priorities and partner with COE/business unit leaders to develop business unit workforce strategy
Partner with business unit leaders to establish high-level recruiting needs
Represent needs of business unit, provide input to benefit/comp program design and provide feedback to the Center of Excellence (COE) on comp/benefit program effectiveness, communications, and deployment strategy
Analyze trends and metrics and partner/consult with COEs to solve problems and develop relevant solutions, programs/policies
Partner with the senior leadership team to resolve people, productivity, and performance optimization challenges
Understand the business/function, competitive landscape, and key strategies to shape the talent and HR requirements for the business, including but not limited to:

Partner with COE/HRBPs to identify business unit learning needs and plan/implement business unit-wide learning initiatives
Coach business/function senior leadership team in talent-related discussions/planning and in implementation of performance management process and executive communications
Partner with business unit/function in developing/delivering key culture, inclusion, and other strategic HR messages/plans

Engage with and provide guidance to Region HR Directors for execution of business/function strategy and priorities
Work with business/function leaders to champion business and HR standards and consistency in policies, systems, etc.

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management or related field or equivalent professional experience within an international organization
Minimum of 10 years human resources experience with at least 5 years of generalist experience at a senior level
Experience working closely with senior business leaders to establish strategy, program, tools, policies, and processes
Experience acting as a change agent, strategic advisor, and collaborator with senior leaders to champion HR standards and influence/shape business plans, vision, mission, and priorities

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
Occasional lifting or movement of materials
Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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