Vice President Human Resources

Airgas, Inc.; Lawrenceville (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive family benefits (medical

401(k)

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources in Lawrenceville, GA. This role partners with business leaders to shape HR strategy, drive organizational effectiveness, and lead HR programs across manufacturing and distribution operations, including remote sites.

The VP will champion diversity, equity, and inclusion while guiding talent and labor relations initiatives. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in an HRBP leadership role.
• At least 5 years of experience successfully leading teams.
• Proven success managing HR in mid-to-large manufacturing or distribution environments with remote operations.
• Strong business/financial acumen and digital proficiency (Workday, Google Workspace, PowerBI, AI).
• Exceptional collaboration and influence skills; high degree of change, people, and mental agility.
• Strategic global mindset with the ability to navigate complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the business, aligning HR priorities with organizational goals.
• Lead workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management and engagement programs.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence and Business Support Center to deliver services.
• Guide management on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation while driving a diverse, inclusive culture.

Skills

HR leadership experience

People management

Business acumen

Digital proficiency

Collaboration and influence

Strategic mindset

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

R10093057 Vice President Human Resources (Open)

Location:

Lawrenceville, GA - Sever Rd - Management - Dry-ice

• parental leave
• paid holidays
• sick time
• tuition assistance
• tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• retirement plan

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The HRVP drives the development and execution of HR strategies by partnering proactively with stakeholders and clients to achieve organizational goals. By offering expertise on organizational effectiveness, the HRVP guides the business through collaboration with HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and the Business Support Center (BSC) to deliver high-quality HR services. Additionally, they advise management on navigating Human Resource challenges and opportunities while maintaining compliance with Company policies and all regulatory requirements. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Vice President Human Resources - Lawrenceville, GA! We are looking for you !

• Hybrid Work Schedule

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.

• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Strategic Business Partnership & Consulting

• Engage deeply with the broad business vision to align HR priorities with strategic goals and organizational missions

• Influence human capital outcomes by leveraging a strong understanding of business operations and financial drivers

• Employ data-driven insights and AI analytics to inform HR strategies and foster continuous improvement

• Act as a catalyst for cultural change, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion while enhancing engagement through systemic improvements

Human Capital Optimization

• Lead comprehensive workforce planning (including annual PEX HDCT target setting), including talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management and engagement to support the overall labor needs of the business

• Cultivate robust talent pipelines and facilitate regular talent reviews to identify High Potentials and develop future leadership. Conduct and participate in regular cadence talent reviews (business, functional) at the local and company level where required

• Good understanding of Airgas and International Mobility processes

• Collaborate with CoEs to ensure compliant and effective labor relations, minimizing organizational risk while attracting diverse talent

• Mentor the HR team, providing feedback and opportunities for professional growth

Strategic Planning & Additional Duties

• Direct long-term HR strategies that anticipate human capital needs and align with Airgas and Air Liquide global initiatives

• Lead HR activities related to Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and manage associated risks

• Promote efficiency by directing leaders to self-service portals and utilizing the HR BSC to scale administrative tasks

________________________ Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

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

• Minimum of 10 years in an HRBP leadership role

• At least 5 years of experience successfully leading teams

• Proven success managing HR in mid-to-large manufacturing or distribution environments with remote operations

• Strong business/financial acumen and digital proficiency (Workday, Google Workspace, PowerBI, AI)

• Exceptional collaboration and influence skills; high degree of change, people, and mental agility

• Strategic global mindset with the ability to