Remote Regional Director, HR Operations

PALFINGER AG; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Regional HR Leader to oversee HR operations, compensation, and benefits programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR leadership, strong project management skills, and a proven ability to drive digital HR solutions. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

401(k) with Company match

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid Company holidays

Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in leading HR functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for HR initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional HR operations across total rewards, HRIS, payroll, and international mobility.
• Design and deliver compensation and benefits programs.
• Champion digital HR solutions and manage international assignments.

Skills

Project Management

Change Leadership

HRIS Systems

Payroll Management

Compensation and Benefits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ADP

SuccessFactors

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Your Responsibilities

• Lead regional HR operations across total rewards, HRIS, payroll, and international mobility—driving efficient, compliant, and scalable processes that support business growth.
• Design and deliver compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while meeting local requirements and aligning with PALFINGER’s global framework.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll across multiple countries, managing complexity with precision and accountability.
• Champion digital HR solutions by driving adoption of HRIS and employee self-service tools, leading regional system rollouts and change management in partnership with global teams.
• Build and lead a high-performing team while managing international assignments end-to-end, fostering cross-functional collaboration and a culture of excellence.
  
  

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success leading compensation, benefits, payroll, and HRIS functions, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience with ADP, SuccessFactors, and global mobility practices such as immigration, tax equalization, and assignment cost estimation.
• Strong experience with payroll and HRIS systems, as well as Microsoft Office tools; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated project management and change leadership skills with deep knowledge of regional labor laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% to support regional and global HR initiatives.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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