Human Resources Director

American President Lines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Employee benefits platform

Pet insurance

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Director of HR to lead all Human Resources activities for a Regional Business Unit covering Canada, US and Mexico. You will partner with executive leadership to design and execute HR strategies aligned with regional and global directions, driving talent management, workforce planning, and employee engagement across multiple locations.

The role requires 12+ years of HR leadership experience, HR certifications, and strong knowledge of employment laws.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience managing HR teams across multi-location initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws.
• HR projects that impact the whole organization (onboarding, HRIS upgrades, compensation).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and execute BU HR strategy and program delivery.
• Advise leaders and drive execution of strategies to attract, engage, and retain talent.
• Serve as trusted advisor to executive leadership; align HR programs with business goals.
• Translate company objectives into approaches tailored to each business unit.
• Lead succession planning and leadership development.
• Drive talent management, performance, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance and efficiency of HR policies across locations.
• Manage and develop the BU HR team; collaborate with regional HR Directors.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Talent management

Workforce planning

Employee relations

Compliance

HR analytics

Change management

Education

Bachelors degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP HRIS

Job description

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Houston Tx, US

Human Resources Director

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Pay Range: $190,000 - $210,000

YOUR ROLE

The Director of HR leads all Human Resources activities for a Regional Business Unit, covering Canada, US and Mexico. The HR Director serves as a strategic partner to the business unit leadership team and works closely with management to develop and implement HR strategies that are consistent with the Regional and Global HR direction. The BU HRD is responsible for talent management, workforce planning, employee relations, compliance and HR KPIs for scope population. He/She ensures HR initiatives align to business goals, enhance employee engagement, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Strategic HR Leadership

• Develop, implement and execute the BU HR strategy and HR program delivery, including organization design, talent and workforce planning
• Advise leaders and drives the execution of strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent class talent required to support the business
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, aligning HR programs with business goals
• Translate company-wide objectives and initiatives into approaches that are tailored to the specific needs of the respective business unit

Talent & Organizational Development

• Lead succession planning, leadership development, and training initiatives to enhance employee growth for scope population
• Identify opportunities for organizational improvement and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, productivity, and retention, ensuring consistent application of Group and Ceva principles
• Provide expertise in technical and regulatory aspects of employment and owns accountability for talent management responsibilities, including hiring, termination, performance management, rewards, etc.
• Design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction

Compliance

• Ensure compliance and efficiency of HR policies and procedures across all business unit locations
• Model code of ethics and code of conduct; investigating hot-line complaints assigned
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required
• Directly manage and develop the BU HR team, including sub-region HRBPs and field HRBPs
• Collaborate with other regional HR Directors to align corporate and field HR strategies
• Drive the organization and HR Business Partner team towards a culture of excellence, prepare and coach leaders and teams to embrace organizational change, and collaborate with HR and business leaders to ensure employees feel engaged and inspired to deliver business results

HR Operations & Workforce Planning

• Partner with finance and leadership teams to oversee headcount and people costs
• Provide guidance and input on business unit workforce planning (restructuring in some locations, growth in others)
• Work with leaders to forecast short-term and long-term staffing needs based on targets and projects; assess current skill sets against future business requirements; implement and monitor action plans

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally 12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 7 years working in the field
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience managing HR teams that oversee multi-location HR initiatives
• Strong knowledge of employment laws
• Proven experience leading strategic HR projects that impact an entire organization (onboarding programs, HRIS upgrades (ADP), compensation structures, performance management).
• Expertise in talent development, performance management, and employee engagement strategies
• Strong data acumen and data analysis skills
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred
• Industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience effectively leading change management exercises
• An ability to navigate complex and ambiguous business environments and deliver results
• A demonstrated ability to inspire a team

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.

• Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.