Senior Director of Human Resources

Job Overview:
Search Solution Group is seeking a Senior HR Director on behalf of our client, an industrial manufacturing company experiencing significant growth and transformation. This executive leadership role serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors while developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy that supports business performance, operational excellence, and long-term enterprise value. The Senior HR Director will oversee all aspects of the organization's human capital strategy, including organizational development, talent management, compensation, employee relations, HR operations, and workforce planning. The ideal candidate will bring extensive executive HR leadership experience within global, multi-site manufacturing environments and a proven ability to lead organizations through growth, acquisitions, and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors on human capital initiatives.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with company growth objectives and value creation plans.
• Lead organizational design initiatives that improve scalability, accountability, and operational effectiveness.
• Drive executive succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.
• Lead human capital due diligence, workforce integration, and organizational planning related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Develop competitive compensation, incentive, and rewards programs aligned with business performance and organizational objectives.
• Present workforce analytics, talent metrics, and organizational health updates to executive leadership and investors.
• Build leadership pipelines and implement high-impact leadership development programs.
• Enhance talent acquisition strategies across executive, manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, sales, and corporate functions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and high performance.
• Partner closely with Operations leadership to strengthen frontline leadership capabilities across manufacturing facilities.
• Support workforce planning initiatives designed to attract, develop, and retain skilled employees.
• Reinforce organizational commitments to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Provide executive oversight for:
  • Human Resources
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Organizational Development
  • Leadership Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • HRIS
  • Payroll
  • Compliance

Requirements include: Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required.
• Master's degree, MBA, or other advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

• 15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience.
• Previous experience as a Chief People Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President of Human Resources, Senior HR Director, or equivalent executive leadership role.
• Extensive experience supporting private equity-backed portfolio companies.
• Proven experience partnering with CEOs, executive leadership teams, Boards of Directors, and private equity sponsors.
• Demonstrated success leading organizations through rapid growth, acquisitions, and organizational transformation.
• Multi-site industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, operations, and corporate business functions.

Skills:

• Strategic workforce planning.
• Executive leadership and organizational development.
• Succession planning and leadership development.
• Talent acquisition strategy.
• Change management.
• Organizational design.
• Compensation and incentive program development.
• Employee engagement and retention strategies.
• Mergers and acquisitions integration.
• Workforce analytics and HR metrics.
• Executive communication and stakeholder management.
• Relationship building and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of an organization.

Certifications:

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent professional HR certification preferred.
• Additional executive leadership or organizational development certifications are a plus.

Knowledge:

• Human Resources best practices and employment law.
• Private equity operating environments and value creation strategies.
• Industrial manufacturing operations and workforce dynamics.
• Organizational effectiveness and change management methodologies.
• Executive compensation and performance management.
• HRIS systems, payroll administration, and compliance requirements.
• Talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Acquisition integration and organizational transformation.
• Workforce planning and organizational scalability.
• Employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture strategies.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Leadership: Develops and executes people strategies that directly support business growth and organizational objectives.
• Executive Presence: Communicates confidently and effectively with CEOs, Boards, investors, and senior leadership.
• Business Acumen: Understands the connection between human capital strategy, operational performance, and enterprise value.
• Change Leadership: Successfully leads employees and organizations through growth, transformation, and organizational change.
• Organizational Design: Creates structures and processes that improve accountability, scalability, and effectiveness.
• Talent Development: Builds strong leadership pipelines and develops high-performing teams.
• Relationship Building: Establishes trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Influencing & Negotiation: Effectively influences stakeholders and navigates complex organizational decisions.
• Communication & Presentation: Clearly communicates complex workforce strategies, data, and recommendations to executive audiences.
• Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses workforce analytics and organizational data to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaboration: Partners effectively with Operations, Finance, Legal, Talent, and other business functions.
• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates strong awareness, empathy, and judgment when navigating complex people situations.
• Problem Solving: Identifies organizational challenges and develops practical, sustainable solutions.
• Accountability: Establishes clear expectations and drives consistent execution.
• Results Orientation: Focuses HR initiatives on measurable business and organizational outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve people processes, organizational effectiveness, and employee experience.
• Adaptability: Effectively responds to changing business conditions, priorities, and organizational needs.
• Integrity & Professionalism: Maintains high ethical standards and discretion when handling sensitive organizational and employee matters.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click the "Apply" button at the top right of your screen. Alternatively, you can email your application to View email address on click.appcast.io . Please ensure to include your resume and any other relevant documents or information that showcase your qualifications and suitability for the role. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.

Company Overview:
Company Industry: Industrial Manufacturing

Location: Hybrid / Remote, U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Search Solution Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status in our hiring process or employment practices. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and strengths, driving innovation and growth. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our team.

Disclaimer:
Please note that the job description provided is not exhaustive and is subject to change. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the organization and to ensure the successful completion of projects and objectives.