Head of People & Culture

Fujifilm•College Station, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a progressive HR Business Leader and a trusted strategic business partner to the Senior Leadership Team in College Station, Texas to provide strategic direction and expertise for the Human Resources function. You will be responsible for building, planning, developing, implementing, and directing policies and programs, including strategic planning, organizational design, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, performance management, employment law, and compliance. At FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, we encourage you to discover what inspires you every day, to follow your passion and your power – what we call Genki. College Station, Texas may be a small, university town, but the lively cultural scene and local amenities make it a great place for families as well as those who want the ease of small-town life and the convenience of living close to the vibrant pulse of big cities. Eighty-seven percent of Texas' population lives within a 180-mile radius, so we are in the center of it all in Texas. And our site is nestled in the hub of innovation, representing a source of pride for the area. The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions. If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.”

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred
15 + years experience within Human Resources
10+ years’ experience managing, leading and developing people
Proven experience in strategic HR leadership roles within a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment, with emphasis on collaborating with global teams.
Experience developing a P&C strategy as well as experience in business transformation
Strong analytical skills and can demonstrate experience from creating results through data driven P&C
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and implement change across all levels of the organization
Demonstrated experience in creating excellent results through people and visionary direction setting

Nice To Haves

Ideally, the candidate has experience both from working in a ramp up environment, but also from working in a large global matrix organized company, to be able to navigate in both complexities.

Responsibilities

Drive and support a positive culture by sponsoring teams that focus on employee engagement programs, efforts, and activities for the site.
Drive and facilitate cultural and organizational development initiatives that foster a positive and high-performance culture including employee engagement.
Responsible to the Head of the Site for the effective and efficient utilization of workforce for the Company.
Partner with the Head of the Site and the senior leadership team to deliver thought leadership regarding organizational and people-related strategies and execution as well as to provide insightful data to guide decision-making and proactive solutions.
Develop a site P&C strategy/action plan that aligns with business and the global P&C strategy
Drive selected initiatives in the site strategy especially within culture, engagement and organizational effectiveness
Collaborate with CoEs to create the P&C platform of the future and at the same time ensuring the local execution of both global and local P&C initiatives
Drive the transformation of P&C functions from transactional roles to more strategic business partners, enhancing alignment with global business strategies
Embed strategic HR initiatives into daily business operations, fostering synergy between HR and other business units
Drive structured Organizational design and review processes for the site
Together with Finance and CoE for TA drive the development of a solid strategic workforce plan that align with business goals and facilitate attraction, recruitment, and retention of top talent
Analyze workforce data to ensure optimal alignment with business priorities and future growth opportunities. Make P&C a strong partner in developing the site in the best way possible.
Work closely with the Leadership Development CoE to design and execute programs that build leadership capabilities aligned with business strategy
Develop retention strategies for key critical people
Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits CoE to fully understand the compensation philosophy for Texas and make sure there is a solid and aligned plan for how to develop this
Ensure compliance and alignment with global policies while adapting to local market needs. Revisit existing policies to make sure they are aligned with culture and are as flexible as possible to be able to adjust to changing business needs
Drive the local implementation of Performance management of the future and “We talk we grow”
Lead cultural transformation through a people first mindset and our People Fundamentals. This needs to build on the many cultural strengths of the site and at the same way challenge status quo
Develop a clear and ambitious plan for how to increase engagement and at the same time align with business needs
Drive a strong data foundation and utilize HR analytics to provide strategic insights, supporting informed decision-making that aligns with business strategies
Communicate P&C's impact on business metrics through robust reporting systems, highlighting successes and areas for improvement
Manages Assigned P&L Budget
Responsible for creating and maintaining the site’s annual People and Culture budget with an eye toward optimizing cost while balancing risk and building culture.
Ensure strategic oversight of compliance within P&C initiatives, aligning with local and global legal standards and industry best practices
Collaborate with global teams to ensure policy implementation supports business objectives and ethical standards