Strategic HR Manager - Multi‑Site & Remote

Mérieux NutriSciences; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus Up to 10%

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES seeks an HR Manager to lead human resources on the West Coast or Greater Chicago area, providing strategic and hands-on HR leadership. The role partners with site leaders to implement people strategies that drive engagement, capability, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of HR experience, strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws, and a proven ability to influence at all levels. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience across multiple sites.
• Knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience advising leaders on employee relations and performance.
• Ability to influence and coach at all levels of the organization.
• 2–5 years of experience directly leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leaders to execute people strategies.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Support leadership development, performance management, and succession planning.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition for recruitment and onboarding.
• Drive engagement, recognition, and a culture of accountability and belonging.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Use HR data to identify trends and measure impact.
• Work with COEs and HR peers for consistent program delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

Recruiting & onboarding

Data analytics

HRIS

Communication

Change management

Influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Master's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES seeks an HR Manager to lead human resources on the West Coast or Greater Chicago area, providing strategic and hands-on HR leadership. The role partners with site leaders to implement people strategies that drive engagement, capability, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of HR experience, strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws, and a proven ability to influence at all levels. Travel up to 20% may be required.