Regional Human Resources VP

LAPP Americas•Florham Park, NJ

30d•$265,000 - $295,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the CEO, with an alignment to Global HR, the Regional VP, HR is responsible for shaping and executing the human resources strategy of the Americas Region which includes the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil and Panama. As a member of the Executive Leadership team, the regional VP, HR will align HR initiatives with the organization's mission and business objectives, while fostering a strong organizational culture. With the need to be both strategic and tactical, this role will focus on talent management, organizational development, diversity & inclusion, and employee engagement to drive overall business success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
10+ years of HR leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/executive role.
Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR technologies and best practices.
Experience with M&A; integrating cross-company culture.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
Exceptional communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of fostering a positive, inclusive and innovative work culture.
Spanish language fluency required
Portuguese language fluency desired
Ideally experience in family business or/and matrix organization.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Portuguese language fluency

Responsibilities

Partner with the regional CEO and the senior leadership team to develop and execute a comprehensive human capital strategy aligned with business objectives.
Promote a strong organizational culture aligned with company values.
Lead executive succession planning to ensure the organization has a pipeline of future leaders ready to assume key roles.
Lead the organization to further build employee engagement, develop strong retention programs, and create and execute company-wide communication and recognition/rewards programs.
Lead and develop the HR team into strategic business partners, consisting of talent acquisition and management, training and development, compensation and benefits, succession planning, organization design, and other human capital functions.
Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR policies and programs with evolving business needs, adopting and sparring with Global Experts.
Lead initiatives related to organizational development and change management to ensure the workforce remains adaptable and engaged in a dynamic environment.
Design and oversee competitive compensation and benefit programs.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
Regularly evaluate and adjust offerings to meet employee needs and market trends.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the regional CEO and senior leadership team, providing strategic guidance on HR-related matters.
Work with leadership to enhance team dynamics and improve collaboration across the organization.
Monitor external trends and shifts in the market, ensuring the organization’s HR strategies are aligned with industry best practices, partnering and sparring with Global HR and other Regional HR leaders.
Align internal metrics and practices to meet the evolving expectations of stakeholders, ensuring employee engagement and satisfaction remain key business priorities.
Lead workforce planning, ensuring the organization is structured for growth and adaptability.
Integrate social sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into all HR programs, ensuring an inclusive and equitable work environment and a resilient and adoptable workforce.
Lead initiatives to build and promote a strong employer brand, collaborating with marketing and communications as well as Global Employer Branding to showcase the organization’s culture, values, and employee experience.
Utilize data to measure the impact of employer branding efforts and continuously refine strategies to strengthen the organization's reputation as an employer of choice.
Oversee leadership development measures in close alignment with Global HR, ensuring that current and future leaders are equipped with the skills needed to drive organizational success.
Lead organizational change initiatives, ensuring the business is prepared to adapt to market shifts and internal transformations.
Integrate processes and structures that support sustained growth and ensure the organization’s ability to adapt to future challenges.