Head of Human Resources

Confidential; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Head of Human Resources to steer HR strategy for a major manufacturing operation in the United States. This role combines strategic and operational leadership across all HR activities, partnering with US leadership and collaborating with global stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 10+ years of HR leadership experience in manufacturing, with strong business partner capabilities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience in US employment law and global organizations; Mandarin desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as the HRBP to US leadership and oversee talent strategy.
• Lead talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and employee relations.
• Drive performance management, culture, safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Business partner

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

Leadership development

Workforce planning

Organizational design

HR strategy

US employment law

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The client is seeking a Head of Human Resources to lead HR strategy for a major manufacturing operation in the United States. This role will provide both strategic and operational leadership across all Human Resources activities, partnering closely with US-based leadership and collaborating with regional and global stakeholders in an international, cross-cultural environment. The position offers the opportunity to shape workforce transformation and culture during a significant stage of organizational growth.

Key responsibilities include acting as the principal Human Resources Business Partner to US leadership, advising on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy. The Head of Human Resources will oversee all aspects of talent acquisition, succession planning, leadership development, employee engagement, and retention. Additional duties involve ensuring compliance with employment legislation, managing employee relations, driving performance management processes, and supporting manufacturing leadership in fostering a positive workplace culture focused on safety, productivity, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with advanced degrees preferred. A minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including leadership roles within a manufacturing environment, is required. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong business partner experience, expertise in HR functions such as talent acquisition and employee relations, and a deep understanding of US employment legislation. Experience working within a global organization, supporting both hourly and salaried employees, and Mandarin language capability are highly desirable for this high-visibility role.