Human Resources Director

Thorens Inc. • Montreal, QC

85d • CA$120,000 - CA$140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Human Resources will serve as a trusted business partner to the executive leadership team, providing strategic guidance on all people-related matters while ensuring operational excellence across the HR function. This role requires a strong balance between strategy and execution. The successful candidate will coach and advise senior leaders and mid-level managers, lead talent acquisition initiatives, support organizational growth, oversee compensation strategies, and ensure effective management of health and safety programs across multiple locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting multi-site and/or international operations.
• Strong expertise across multiple HR disciplines, including talent acquisition, organizational development, employee relations, compensation, and health and safety.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior leaders and executives.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and strong execution skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Fluency in both English and French, spoken and written.

Nice To Haves

• CHRP, CRIA, CRHA, SHRM, or equivalent designation considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to the President and Executive Leadership Team on all human capital matters.
• Align HR strategies and initiatives with business objectives and growth plans.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Lead and actively participate in the recruitment of management, professional, and key operational talent.
• Build and manage relationships with external recruitment firms, executive search partners, and specialized talent providers.
• Provide hands-on leadership and support regarding health and safety programs across the organization.
• Advise managers on employee relations matters, disciplinary actions, performance issues, and workplace conflict resolution.
• Lead the development and evolution of compensation and total rewards strategies.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain HR policies, programs, and best practices.
• Support the harmonization of HR processes and practices across international operations.

Benefits

• Group insurance coverage from day one, with 50% of premiums paid by the employer
• 4 weeks of vacation
• Opportunity to play a strategic role and build the HR function within the organization
• Collaborative, people-focused, and entrepreneurial work environment
• Company recognized for its expertise, innovation, and quality of work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director