HR Project Manager

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At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Human Resources Project Manager / HR Operations Specialist is responsible for leading, coordinating, and executing Human Resources projects and organizational initiatives across the AFC&D organization. This role combines strong project management expertise with targeted HR operational support to ensure successful implementation of business priorities, HR programs, and organizational changes.

This position serves as the primary HR project execution resource, ensuring initiatives are planned, tracked, and delivered effectively using established project management methodologies and tools. In addition, the role provides HR operational support to the Corporate HR business partners to enable execution of AFC&D HR priorities.

This role will primarily partner with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence (COEs), and business leaders to support implementation of enterprise HR programs and AFC&D-specific initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management (Primary Responsibility)

• Lead HR projects from initiation through implementation and closeout.

• Develop and maintain project charters, plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risk logs.

• Manage execution of multiple concurrent HR initiatives across AFC&D.

• Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, and implementation checkpoints.

• Track progress against deliverables and ensure accountability for completion.

• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate as appropriate.

• Develop project dashboards, status reports, and executive summaries.

• Support change management and communication planning for HR initiatives.

• Ensure consistent use of project management tools, documentation, and governance standards.

• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to drive execution and alignment.

HR Operations & Implementation Support (Targeted Scope)

• Support implementation activities tied to HR-led initiatives and organizational changes.

• Coordinate documentation and execution tracking for HR projects and deliverables.

• Maintain project-related records, action logs, and implementation materials.

• Support preparation of leadership presentations and HR initiative updates.

• Assist in gathering and organizing data required for HR project execution.

• Track completion of assigned actions related to HR initiatives and business commitments.

• Support standardization of HR processes through documentation and implementation support.

Project Governance & Reporting

• Maintain HR project portfolio dashboards and tracking tools.

• Provide visibility to leadership on project status, risks, and milestones.

• Prepare recurring updates for HR leadership and business stakeholders.

• Maintain centralized documentation for HR initiatives and deliverables.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of project data and reporting.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve project execution, HR processes, and operational efficiency.

• Recommend enhancements to tools, workflows, and reporting methods.

• Support adoption of standardized project management practices across HR initiatives.

• Leverage technology and automation to improve execution and tracking.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Provide support for AFC&D HR initiatives as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Project Management, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience

• 2+ years of project management experience required.

• Experience supporting HR initiatives, organizational change, or business transformation preferred.

• Strong experience using project management tools and methodologies required.

• PMP certification preferred but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong project management and execution capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to influence without direct authority.

• High attention to detail and follow-through.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).

• Familiarity with project management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, Monday.com, Asana, or similar).

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Success Measures

• Timely delivery of HR projects and initiatives.

• Successful execution of organizational change and HR programs.

• Clear and accurate project reporting and governance.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and execution discipline.

• Reduced execution gaps in HR initiatives due to improved coordination and tracking.

• Measurable improvement in HR project visibility and accountability.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team

• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation

• Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns

• The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $0 to $0; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $0 to $0 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor's Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.

The salary range provided reflects the anticipated base pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range is applicable to positions performed in jurisdictions with pay transparency requirements, including CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, MD, MA, MN, NV, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA, Washington DC, as well as remote roles that may be performed in these locations. Compensation for roles performed outside of these jurisdictions may vary. The Company reserves the right to modify this range at any time.

Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

About Amcor

Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries. NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC?

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