Senior Manager, HR Transformation & Strategic Programs

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and/or employee savings programs

Employee time off (vacation and design

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Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. in Chicago/Milwaukee seeks a Senior Manager, HR Transformation & Strategic Programs to lead the HR transformation portfolio by establishing governance, accelerating executive decision-making, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.

You will partner closely with the CHRO, HR Leadership Team, and initiative sponsors to drive value realization and enterprise-wide transformation. This role requires onsite work four days per week, regular travel between Milwaukee and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or related field.
• 8+ years in HR transformation, strategy or portfolio leadership.
• 5+ years in HR disciplines and operating models.
• Executive communication skills with governance materials.
• Experience analyzing data and defining KPIs.
• Ability to lead in complex, global environments.
• Formal PM/Change management training preferred.
• HR certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, etc.).
• Willingness to onsite 4 days/week in Milwaukee/Chicago and travel ~15%.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern the HR transformation portfolio operating model.
• Evaluate data, identify risks, frame recommendations for executives.
• Lead governance discussions on tradeoffs, dependencies and priorities.
• Resolve barriers and escalate issues with options and implications.
• Partner with sponsors to define success measures and adoption.
• Establish agile portfolio practices and AI-enabled methods.
• Provide portfolio-level project and change management leadership.
• Document decisions, commitments, owners, dates and follow-ups.
• Maintain portfolio plans, schedules, risks and adoption metrics.

Skills

Executive communication

Portfolio governance

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Risk assessment

Sponsor engagement

Stakeholder management

Agile portfolio practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Career Opportunities: Senior Manager, HR Transformation & Strategic Programs (36990)

Requisition ID36990-Posted09/25/2026

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Job Overview

The Senior Manager, HR transformation and Strategic Programs will lead the HR transformation portfolio by establishing strong portfolio governance, accelerating executive decision-making, and coordinating complex cross-functional initiatives. This role partners closely with the CHRO, HR Leadership Team, functional leaders, and initiative sponsors to improve execution discipline, resolve barriers, assess value realization, and support enterprise-wide transformation efforts.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design and manage the HR transformation portfolio operating model, including intake, prioritization, sequencing, governance, escalation, and exception handling.
• Evaluate portfolio data, identify risks and trends, frame recommendations, and prepare executive-level decision materials.
• Lead governance discussions focused on tradeoffs, dependencies, risks, priorities, and decision closure.
• Resolve cross-functional barriers, clarify accountability, negotiate tradeoffs, and escalation unresolved issues with clear options and implications.
• Partner with sponsors and functional leaders to define success measures and assess adoption, execution health, value realization, and business impact.
• Establish agile portfolio practices and responsible AI-enabled methods to improve scenario planning, synthesis, risk sensing, and decision speed.
• Provide portfolio-level project management and change management leadership across strategic HR initiatives.
• Review project health, recovery plans, risks, dependencies, milestones, and resource needs while initiative owners retain day-to-day delivery accountability.
• Support executive operations by documenting decisions, commitments, owners, due dates, follow-up actions, and portfolio updates.
• Maintain portfolio plans, workstream schedules, risks, issues, dependencies, resource requirements, stakeholder assessments, change plans, and adoption measures.
• Coach leaders on prioritization, governance, risk management, sponsorship, stakeholder engagement, change management, and sustainable implementation.
• Use Microsoft 365 and AI-enabled productivity tools to improve efficiency while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate controls.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Management, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in HR transformation, HR strategy, human resources leadership, enterprise program or portfolio leadership, management consulting, organizational effectiveness, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working within Human Resources, including exposure to multiple HR disciplines such as talent acquisition, talent management, learning and development, total rewards, HR operations, workforceplanning, employee relations, or HR technology.
• Strong understanding of HR operating models, HR service delivery, Centers of Excellence (COEs), HR Business Partner organizations, shared services, and HR transformation best practices
• Exceptional executive communication skills, including experience developing leadership presentations, business cases, governance materials, and recommendations for executive audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business, workforce, financial, and operational data; establish success measures and KPIs; and translate insights into executive recommendations.
• Proven ability to create structure, governance, and execution plans in ambiguous environments undergoing significant organizational change.
• Formal project or change management training or certification (PMP, Prosci, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, Scrum, or equivalent) preferred.
• Professional HR certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, PHR, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience leading initiatives across global, multi-site, or highly matrixed organizations preferred.
• Ability to work onsite minimum 4 days per week at our Milwaukee or Chicago office.
• Regular weekly travel between our Milwaukee and Chicago offices is required.
• Ability to travel approximately 15% of the time.

Additional Information

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $Starting at 135,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com .

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affine Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.