Director, HR Partner Team

PBI-Gordon Companies•Shawnee, KS

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About The Position

At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us! Overview The Director, HR Business Partner Team leads and develops a high-performing team of HR Business Partners in designing and delivering people strategies that enable business performance and advance our culture. This leader strengthens organizational capability by driving performance management, talent management, succession planning, leadership development, and workforce planning in close partnership with HR Operations. As a 100% employee-owned company, this role serves as a visible culture carrier—championing the growth and development of employee-owners and advancing our goal to be both a smart and healthy organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business, or a related field.
10+ years of senior HR generalist experience, including 5+ years in HR leadership.
Proven success as a strategic advisor to executives and business leaders.
Expertise in Talent Management, Organizational Development, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, and Change Management.
Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR policy.
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
High emotional intelligence, strong business acumen, and strategic problem-solving abilities.
Ability to build trusted relationships and influence across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated integrity, credibility, and alignment with company values.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the HR Business Partner team to deliver strategic, high-impact people solutions.
Drive execution of talent management programs including performance management, talent reviews, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
Consult with leaders on talent selection , assessment, development planning, and capability building.
Design and monitor high-potential and leadership development programs to strengthen future leadership pipelines .
Provide guidance on organizational design, restructuring, and change management.
Champion culture and engagement strategies that reinforce employee ownership and support a high-trust environment.
Lead initiatives that promote inclusivity, fairness, transparency, and consistent people practices across the organization.
Manage and resolve complex employee relations matters while assessing risk and ensuring alignment with company values.