Vice President Human Resources North America

Jack Link's Protein Snacks•Minneapolis, MN

4h•$250,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The VP Human Resources - NA is a key member of the North America leadership team and is responsible for leading HR strategic initiatives across the region while also providing HR counsel to the North America executive leadership team. We are seeking an experienced HR executive to drive strategies that builds and strengthen organizational culture while ensuring efficiency and organizational alignment. Our ideal candidate will have experience leading strategic HR initiatives across our support center, region and manufacturing sites, and has a proven track record of being a trusted, team focused, results-oriented, HR leader. The VP Human Resources - North America provides leadership by proactively identifying regional manufacturing HR needs and executing plans that deliver results to the regional leadership team and key stakeholders. This position will be a culture carrier for the organization and provides direct support and oversite to the regional HR leadership team. This role demands a dynamic blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, and consultative agility. The VP Human Resources North America will be a champion for continuous improvement across all HR policies, systems, and processes, ensuring alignment with business goals, ethical standards, and legal frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of uniting business acumen with HR leadership and the ability to implement impactful programs in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Key individual attributes are adaptability, entrepreneurial spirit, performance over position, high collaboration, team development, leadership capability development, and high business acumen. This role reports directly to the North America President with a dotted line to the Global VP Human Resources. The role requires collaboration with the Global HR and International Teams regarding policy, process and execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field of study or equivalent
15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience at senior and executive level
Experience supporting a business of at least $800 million in a multi-plant manufacturing environment
Experience in food or consumer goods manufacturing, marketing and distribution
Demonstrated success leading directors and senior managers in a complex matrixed environment
Demonstrated experience in building a strategic human resource department
Broad knowledge and experience in compensation design and implementation, organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, organizational and leadership development, change management, labor relations, payroll, benefits, learning and development
Experienced in strategic planning, organizational development, and corporate communications
Experienced working with multiple divisions
Demonstrated self-motivated operator and leader with the ability to constructively challenge the “usual” ways of looking at things and inspire others to do the same.
Expertise as a passionate team leader; someone the team members will respect as a true leader and motivator with the ability to drive results and accountability. A champion of the Jack Link’s values.
Proven thorough understanding of knowledge in regulatory requirements, i.e., OSHA, FLSA, EEO, OFCCP, ERISA, IRS, Immigration, WARN, FMLA, ADA, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of leadership and Team Members
Strong organizational development and management skills; experienced working with multiple divisions
Systems skills including experience in HRIS systems
Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and Team Member motivational skills
Highly collaborative at all levels and across the organization
Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree Human Resources, Business or related field
SHRM SCP, SPHR
International HR Experience

Responsibilities

Drive organizational strategy by contributing to the development of company plans and programs as a strategic partner, focusing on the impact on people and culture.
Translate business goals into actionable HR strategies with a focus on robust planning, project management, and clearly defined accountability measures.
Collaborate with leadership teams to bring HR expertise into business and operational discussions, ensuring alignment between HR strategy and overarching business objectives.
Collaborate and Communication with Global HR leadership teams to bring Regional HR expertise and perspective into business and operational discussions, ensuring alignment between regional HR strategy and overarching Global HR Strategy.
Build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization to act as an effective problem-solver, change leader, and advocate for the company’s values, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Develop HR leadership, capacity and capability by leading, developing and partnering with the North America HR team, and overseeing the implementation of an innovative HR service delivery model. Provide leadership, guidance and support to the regional manufacturing HR function in the areas of talent acquisition, talent management, succession planning, engagement and retention, training, leadership development and total rewards.
In partnership with Global HR, support Total Rewards strategies that drive performance, motivation, and well-being; while designing programs to meet short- and long-term health and welfare needs for Team Members.
Ensure competitive compensation plans for the region that attract, motivate, and retain top-tier talent critical to achieving business success.
Drive performance excellence by ensuring the adoption and accountability of effective performance management frameworks and practices. Create a culture built on accountability and “owner’s mindset” and foster a high-performance and positive work environment
Support Talent Acquisition Strategies to foster a pipeline of high-performing candidates within and outside the company for critical roles ensuring robust succession & development plans.
Optimize financial and operational efficiency by developing and managing the HR budget and scorecard, enabling data-driven decision-making and resource allocation.
Elevate team member engagement and retention through initiatives that improve well-being, enhance employment branding, and strengthen connections with Team Members, supported by impactful communication strategies.
Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to key performance metrics, including affirmative action, succession planning, compensation programs, payroll, and government reporting requirements.
Drive policy innovation by enhancing HR systems and infrastructure to streamline operations and improve organizational effectiveness in a dynamic growth environment while ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the North America Leadership Team, Global VP of HR and Global HR Leadership Teams to develop policies, practices, tools that advance HR capabilities, drive engagement and enhance our culture regionally and globally.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary