Global HR Director, Talent Management

Alamo Group Inc.•New Braunfels, TX

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global HR Director, Talent Management is a strategic, hands-on HR partner who aligns people strategy with business objectives to position the division for growth. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, this role leads workforce planning, leadership development, employee engagement, and cultural transformation, and serves as a trusted advisor to division leadership and site HR teams — translating business needs into HR solutions that strengthen operational effectiveness and talent readiness.

Requirements

Drives change adoption and influences stakeholders in dynamic environments
Translates business needs into HR solutions that improve productivity, retention, and leadership effectiveness
Strong grasp of strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership/coordination principles
Deep expertise in succession planning, talent management, and performance management, including recruitment, compensation/benefits, and employee/labor relations
Skilled in managing complex employee relations issues — investigations, discipline, conflict resolution — with fair, consistent policy application across sites
Strong analytical skills to interpret HR metrics, forecast workforce trends, and proactively mitigate HR risk
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
Able to coach and mentor leaders, building strong people managers and future-ready teams
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, provincial, and country employment laws and regulations, including OFCCP
Experience with modern HRIS platforms, HR software, and process automation to improve efficiency and decision-making
Working knowledge of budgeting and general accounting principles
Able to work irregular/extended hours as needed and travel overnight frequently (approx. 25–40%, domestic and international), sometimes on short notice
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years leading teams with strong exposure to employee relations, talent development, and workforce planning
Proven track record building HR strategies with measurable business impact
Strong knowledge of employment law across the US, Canada, and South America

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or MBA preferred
Senior or global-level HR certification preferred
global manufacturing or industrial experience preferred
M&A integration, restructuring, or workforce-transition experience preferred

Responsibilities

Align HR strategy with division objectives, driving workforce planning and talent management that support business growth
Serve as primary advisor to division leadership and site HR teams on employee relations, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal/reputational risk
Provide data-driven HR insights and strategic recommendations to division leadership; execute HR initiatives aligned with global priorities
Develop workforce planning strategies that align staffing with seasonality and growth
Drive performance management, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development with the Global Talent Management team
Partner with site HR teams and Centers of Excellence (Total Rewards, Talent Management, HRIS) to improve hiring, retention, internal mobility, and HR technology/process improvements
Onboard, coach, and develop site HR managers to accelerate their effectiveness and ensure alignment with corporate and divisional objectives
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and programs across division locations, in compliance with local labor laws
Monitor and mitigate HR-related risk, ensuring compliance with employment laws and ethical practices
Champion employee engagement, recognition, and culture initiatives across the division, using data to drive improvement
Support change management efforts aligned with company values and operational goals
Deploy leadership development programs with the Talent Management COE to build critical division capabilities
Use HR metrics and analytics to measure effectiveness and inform decision-making