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Director of Human Resources
Beachwood, OH
$170,000-$195,000
The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership for all aspects of human resources, ensuring people initiatives align with organizational priorities and long-term business objectives. Serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, this position drives talent strategies that strengthen organizational performance, enhance employee engagement, and support sustainable growth. The role also oversees key HR functions while promoting a collaborative, high-performing culture and ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading initiatives involving talent management, organizational development, workforce planning, leadership development, employee relations, compensation, and change management across multiple locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
Beachwood, OH
$170,000-$195,000
The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership for all aspects of human resources, ensuring people initiatives align with organizational priorities and long-term business objectives. Serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, this position drives talent strategies that strengthen organizational performance, enhance employee engagement, and support sustainable growth. The role also oversees key HR functions while promoting a collaborative, high-performing culture and ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations.
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading initiatives involving talent management, organizational development, workforce planning, leadership development, employee relations, compensation, and change management across multiple locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the continued development of a high-performing Human Resources function across North America by strengthening organizational capabilities, developing HR talent, and building scalable processes that support business expansion.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to design and implement people strategies that advance organizational goals and business performance.
- Direct workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, and talent management efforts.
- Oversee initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, organizational culture, leadership effectiveness, and overall organizational performance.
- Advise and coach leaders on employee relations, performance management, leadership development, and organizational change.
- Evaluate workforce trends, HR metrics, and people analytics to identify opportunities and support informed business decisions.
- Work closely with business leaders and HR Centers of Excellence to develop, implement, and enhance HR programs, policies, and solutions.
- Oversee talent acquisition efforts to attract, develop, and retain high-quality talent across the organization.
- Partner with stakeholders to support compensation and benefits programs through market analysis and workforce insights.
- Establish, maintain, and update Human Resources policies and practices to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local employment regulations.
- Promote effective utilization of HR technology and systems to improve operational efficiency, reporting capabilities, and the employee experience.
- Lead, mentor, and develop Human Resources team members while cultivating a collaborative, high-performing HR organization.
- Support company-wide initiatives, including performance management, employee engagement surveys, leadership development, and organizational transformation projects.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace that reflects organizational values and business objectives.
- Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of s of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 7 years supporting senior leadership and executive teams.
- Demonstrated ability to create and implement HR strategies that align with business priorities.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site environments with both hourly and salaried workforces.
- Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and Human Resources best practices.
- Experience utilizing HR analytics, workforce metrics, and data to guide strategic planning and organizational decisions.
- Proven track record leading employee engagement, organizational culture, leadership development, and talent management programs.
- Experience directing organizational design, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing HR professionals across multiple locations.
- Proficiency with HRIS and talent management systems, including ADP, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or comparable platforms.
- Excellent leadership, communication, coaching, and relationship management skills.
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
- Experience supporting Canadian operations preferred.
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
