Sr. Manager, Human Resources

Abbott Laboratories; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Manager of Human Resources to lead strategic HR initiatives. This role involves building collaborative relationships with executives and managers, fostering a dynamic culture, and driving change management processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience and a strong ability to influence organizational effectiveness. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers significant career growth opportunities while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Free medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR business partner experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive HR strategy implementation to support business goals.
• Partner with managers to improve employee performance and effectiveness.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

Our Diabetes Care division currently has an opportunity for a Sr. Manager, Human Resources. This individual will implement the organization's human resource strategy so that the organization attracts, manages, develops and retains the employees it needs to achieve its current and future business objectives. This position will support global teams across functions. Join us and grow your career as you help Abbott shape the future of healthcare.

What You’ll Work On

• Build trust-based, collaborative, sustainable relationships with executives, managers, and customer groups. Drive the implementation of the HR strategy in support of short and long-term business goals by building relationships across the organization.
• Act as a culture agent who can envision and collaborate with our leadership to continue growing and maturing the philosophies and practices of our dynamic culture.
• Create content and programs to support the culture and continue establishing Abbott as an employer of choice.
• Work independently and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations and corporate procedures and guidelines.
• Partner and consult with managers on a frequent basis to identify and assess human resource needs and identify opportunities for improving employee and organizational performance/effectiveness.
• Execute change management, communication strategies and initiatives within the business unit.
• Provide guidance to business leaders on complex employee relations issues with significant business impact.
• Partner with HR leadership and business leaders on workforce planning, including assessing short-term and long-term resource needs, identifying critical talent gaps within the organization, and working with Centers of Excellence to develop strategies to address.
• Collaborate with the HRBP Leaders to diagnose and identify interventions needed to improve organizational effectiveness in business units and act as a change agent by promoting and providing advice and support for organizational change. Enable successful execution of organizational restructuring, in partnership with business leaders.
• Maintain positive communications and collaboration with all levels of employees.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR business partner experience.
• Broad knowledge of all HR disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and assess human capital needs and work collaboratively to develop and implement value-added solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive culture yielding positive business results.
• Advanced change management skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Excellent analysis and decision-making skills.
• Candidate must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity.
• Successful candidate must demonstrate and value differences in others’ strengths, perspectives, and approaches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of employment laws and regulations governing HR programs.

Apply Now

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $146,700.00 – $293,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.