VP, Global HR Business Partner Business AI, Technology & Product - Remote, US

VP, Global HR Business Partner – Business AI, Technology & Product (BATP) - Remote, US

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Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives.  We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work.  Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to lead HR for our global Business AI, Technology and Product (BATP) organization.

This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior Technology, Product, Data, and AI leaders, driving organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, workforce planning, leadership capability, and business transformation across a complex global organization. Working closely with executive stakeholders, the VP will help shape people strategies that support growth, innovation, and evolving operating models.

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with strong execution, brings deep expertise supporting technology-focused organizations, and has a track record of driving meaningful organizational outcomes in fast-paced, global environments. They are passionate about enabling business performance while fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Partner with executive leaders and their leadership teams to align people strategies with business objectives.


• Serve as a trusted advisor on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and change management.


• Lead people strategies that support transformation, operating model evolution, and business growth across a global technology-focused organization.


• Partner with senior Technology, Product, Data, and AI leaders to assess organizational effectiveness and implement changes that improve business performance.


• Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to business decisions and strategy formulation.


• Partner with Finance on headcount planning, workforce investments, and related budgetary decisions.

Talent Management and Development:

• Develop and execute talent strategies that attract, retain, and develop high-performing technology and product talent.


• Evaluate leadership capability and organizational talent needs, building succession and development strategies for critical leadership roles.


• Develop and implement leadership development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.


• Identify and address capability gaps to build a high-performing and agile workforce.

Employee Relations and Culture:

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment across the BATP organization.


• Handle complex employee relations matters in partnership with local Country HR Directors and Centers of Excellence.


• Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Performance and Rewards:

• Partner with Total Rewards to ensure competitive, equitable, and market-aligned reward programs.


• Drive performance management practices that strengthen business results, employee growth, and leadership accountability.

Operational HR Excellence:

• Lead HR initiatives, process improvements, and organizational programs that support scalability and effectiveness.


• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations across multiple geographies.


• Use workforce and organizational data to identify trends, diagnose business challenges, and influence decision-making.


• Monitor HR metrics and provide actionable insights to support business and talent strategies.

Inspire, Coach & Lead

• Lead, develop, and coach the BATP HR team while fostering a high-performance, high-accountability culture.


• Balance strategic leadership with execution in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.


• Drive HR operational excellence while delivering a strong employee and manager experience.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior HRBP leadership experience supporting technology, product, engineering, AI, data, or digital organizations.


• Experience partnering with senior technology executives in large-scale, global organizations, influencing decisions related to organizational design, workforce strategy, talent planning, and business transformation.


• Proven success leading organizations through growth, transformation, operating model change, restructuring, and other complex business initiatives.


• Deep expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy within evolving and complex business environments.


• Global HR experience, including multi-country workforce practices, employee relations, and organizational leadership.


• Experience supporting technology-led, software, SaaS, analytics, product-centric, or digital-first organizations strongly preferred.


• Demonstrated ability to influence and challenge senior leaders, build credibility quickly, and drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups.


• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance within a global business environment.


• Excellent communication, consulting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with senior leaders.


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


• HR certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred.

Circana Behaviors

Beyond technical skills, experience, and role-specific attributes, these shared behaviors are fundamental to our culture and success. We seek individuals who consistently demonstrate and champion these behaviors in their daily work:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.


• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.


• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.


• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.


• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.


• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.


• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location: Remote, US (CT/ET time zones preferred).  As a member of a global HR leadership team, you will partner with leaders and employees across regions while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote-first environment.

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this position begins at $200,000 USD and will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and overall alignment with the role. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.

You can apply for this role through the Circana careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description.

This position is expected to remain open for approximately 30 days and may close earlier if sufficient qualified candidates are identified.

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