Senior Manager, Human Resources

Senior Manager, Human Resources
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Full Time
This is a plant based HRBP role and is expected to be on-site, 5 days per week
We are seeking a high-impact Senior Manager, Human Resources to join our team in Bowling Green, Kentucky , supporting a dynamic manufacturing facility. This is a plant-based HR leadership role, serving as a strategic HR Business Partner (HRBP) to the site's leadership team. You will drive strategic HR initiatives while ensuring operational excellence in all core HR functions, including employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compensation, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the Plant Leadership Team , ensuring alignment of corporate and regional HR practices at the local level.
• Act as a catalyst for positive employee engagement , manager development, and organizational effectiveness.
• Lead employee relations efforts: conduct investigations, resolve conflicts, and recommend appropriate actions in line with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Oversee talent management and succession planning, ensuring performance and development plans are in place.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract and retain top talent and optimize selection strategies.
• Drive compensation programs , total rewards, and wellness activities at the local level.
• Lead organizational design and workforce planning initiatives in collaboration with finance and operations.
• Ensure full HR compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Participate in and influence regional and global HR initiatives where applicable.
• Coach and influence leaders on effective people management and business decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration , or a related field.
• 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in employee relations , employment law, talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation.
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to influence leadership.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HRIS/Payroll systems.
• Willingness to be on-site 5 days/week and to travel occasionally as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting union and non-union environments .
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certifications.
• Exposure to global or matrixed organizational structures .