Regional HR Manager

Sonnax Transmission Company; Rockingham (VT); Híbrido; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sonnax Transmission Company, part of Marmon Holdings and Berkshire Hathaway, seeks a Regional HR Manager to lead HR operations across Vermont, North Carolina, Michigan, and Pune, India. You will align HR strategy with business goals and work with senior leaders to ensure a consistent employee experience.

Required: Bachelor's in HR or related field, 8+ years in HR, international experience, and strong compliance knowledge. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field.
• Eight+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience supporting multiple locations, including international operations.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, investigations, coaching, performance management, and compliance.
• Travel up to 25%.

Responsabilidades

• Lead HR operations across Sonnax locations in Vermont, North Carolina, Michigan, and Pune, India.
• Partner with Platform HR Leader and Sonnax leadership to implement HR priorities.
• Coach leaders on workforce planning, staffing, performance management, and employee development.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried employees.
• Lead performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with US federal/state laws and India labor requirements.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

HR information systems

Reporting tools

Workforce analytics

Descripción del empleo

Sonnax Transmission Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Who We Are

Sonnax is a leading provider of innovative transmission and drivetrain solutions, serving the automotive aftermarket with high-quality products and engineering expertise. As part of Marmon, a Berkshire Hathaway company, Sonnax combines a strong legacy of innovation with the resources of a global organization.

What You’ll Do

The Regional Human Resources Manager leads HR operations across Sonnax locations in Vermont, North Carolina, Michigan, and Pune, India. Reporting to the Platform HR Leader, this role partners with the Sonnax President and business leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives, support workforce needs, and promote a consistent, effective employee experience across locations. Partner with the Platform HR Leader and Sonnax leadership team to implement HR priorities and support business performance across all locations. Coach leaders on workforce planning, organizational structure, staffing, performance management, employee development, and employee relations. Lead employee relations investigations, corrective action, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes. Oversee recruiting, selection, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried employees. Lead performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development initiatives. Support compensation planning, job evaluations, market reviews, and pay recommendations. Coordinate employee engagement surveys, communicate results, and drive action plans to improve engagement and retention. Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state employment laws and labor requirements for the India operation. Monitor and report workforce metrics, including turnover, attendance, staffing, engagement, and time-to-fill, identifying trends and recommending improvements. Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems data, reporting, and compliance documentation. Partner with payroll, benefits, safety, legal, finance, and operations to address business and employee needs. Support safety initiatives, workers’ compensation, return-to-work programs, and related reporting requirements. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, standardize practices, and strengthen service delivery. Maintain regular contact with leaders and employees across locations and shifts through site visits and ongoing communication. Lead and develop HR team members by establishing priorities, assigning responsibilities, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring appropriate coverage for critical HR functions.

What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Eight or more years of progressive HR experience, including at least three years in an HR management role.

Experience supporting multiple locations, including international operations, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.

Strong knowledge of employee relations, investigations, manager coaching, performance management, and employment compliance.

Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and OSHA, with the ability to apply relevant labor requirements in India.

Experience leading and developing HR team members and partnering with senior leaders on business and workforce priorities.

Strong leadership, communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to analyze workforce data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Sound business judgment, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and confidential matters.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HR information systems, reporting tools, and workforce analytics.

Ability to travel up to 25%, with increased travel during the initial transition period.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

Experience supporting international operations and employees.

Experience working in a decentralized organization and applying Lean or continuous improvement practices.

What You’ll Gain

The opportunity to shape HR strategy and execution across a multi-location, international manufacturing organization.

The ability to partner directly with business leadership and influence workforce planning, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.

Opportunities to strengthen employee engagement, leadership capabilities, and HR processes across multiple locations.

The opportunity to lead and develop an HR team while contributing to the continued growth and success of Sonnax and the broader Associated Parts platform.

This position involves work in office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments, including walking through operational areas, supporting employees across shifts, and domestic and international travel.

Employees must follow applicable site safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Additional Information

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Pay Range: 100,000.00 - 150,000.00

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you’re advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.