Manager - Human Resources

Airgas•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) for Louisiana is a specialized, high-impact role focused on driving talent strategy and operational excellence for employees across Louisiana sites. This individual will serve as the subject matter expert on Louisiana-specific employment nuances and workforce development. The role balances strategic talent management with a hands-on presence to ensure high-density site engagement. This role provides insight and advises the organization on opportunities to improve effectiveness through collaboration with HR CoEs and the Global Business Team (GBT). Airgas is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of its employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years as an HRBP or relevant professional role.
Proficiency in Workday and Google Suite; strong data analysis skills for data-driven decision-making.
Must have reliable transportation for regular visitation to various Louisiana locations.
Bi-weekly travel between Louisiana sites.
Occasional travel to The Woodlands, TX

Nice To Haves

Experience in industrial, distribution, or manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities

Lead Louisiana-specific talent strategies, including workforce planning, talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development.
Ensure operational excellence and risk mitigation by managing HR delivery and maintaining 100% compliance with state and federal regulations.
Cultivate a highly engaged, high-performance workforce through engagement strategies, consultative coaching for leaders, and retention initiatives.
Create and maintain HR dashboards, interpret complex data sets (turnover, tenure, headcount), and utilize digital tools for automated reporting and actionable insights.