Regional Human Resources Director

Regional HR Director (Perm)

• Location: Landover, MD (Fully Onsite, with 25–35% travel in and out of state)
• Compensation: $125,000 – $145,000 base + 5% annual target bonus (with performance multiplier) + 6.5% Profit Share & 401(k) Match

Position Overview

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Regional HR Director to lead all human resources initiatives across the Potomac region (covering Maryland and surrounding locations). In this critical multi-site leadership role, you will act as a change agent driving operational and cultural improvements across manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain environments. You will partner directly with the CHRO and executive leadership while leading a regional HR team to support both union and non-union workforces.

Key Responsibilities

• Regional HR Leadership: Lead, develop, and mentor a regional HR team while delivering exceptional, hands-on support to leaders and employees across multiple union and non-union sites.
• Labor & Union Relations: Manage labor relations for a unionized workforce, partnering with local leadership and labor counsel on grievances, arbitrations, and the administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• Change Management & Process Improvement: Act as a change agent to drive cultural and operational transformations, identify root causes of organizational bottlenecks, and implement standard corrective action plans.
• Talent Acquisition & Retention: Design and execute robust staffing strategies to source talent at all levels, establishing effective internal and external talent pipelines and driving retention programs.
• Employee Relations & Compliance: Oversee complex employee relations, investigations, disciplinary processes, and regional HR audits to ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Executive Partnership: Collaborate closely with the CHRO, executive team, and enterprise-wide HR stakeholders on strategic workforce planning, headcount reporting, KPIs, and corporate initiatives.

What You Bring

• Union Experience (Non-Negotiable): Extensive, hands-on experience managing a unionized workforce, including labor relations, grievances, arbitration support, and contract administration.
• Industry Experience: 5–7 years of progressive HR generalist and leadership experience within manufacturing, supply chain, or distribution environments.
• Supervisory Track Record: Minimum of 3 years of direct experience leading and developing HR teams.
• Core Competencies: Proven change management skills, strong financial/business acumen, and deep familiarity with HCM, payroll, and time management systems.
• Education & Travel: Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Organizational Management, or a related discipline required; valid driver's license with the ability to travel 25–35% in and out of state. (PHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification is a strong plus).

Why Join Us (Perks & Benefits)

• Exceptional Financial Package: Competitive base salary ($125k–$145k), performance-multiplied annual bonus, 6.5% Vanguard Profit Share, and a 2.5% 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive Time Off & Allowances: 3 weeks of PTO + 6 personal days, plus an automatic $80/month cell phone allowance.
• Culture & Stability: Enjoy the backing of a stable, growing, family-owned industry leader that truly values its people.