Serve as a trusted HR advisor to Sector and Regional executives, aligning people strategy with business and financial priorities
Translate enterprise and North America HR strategy into coordinated Sector execution plans
Partner with the VP, HR North America to set priorities, manage workforce risk, and deliver measurable improvements in engagement, retention, and performance
Influence executive decision-making on organizational design, operating model evolution, and leadership effectiveness
Lead forward-looking workforce planning across the portfolio (capacity, capability, succession, and critical role coverage)
Drive a disciplined approach to talent reviews, succession planning, and development of high potential and critical talent
Coach senior leaders on ER strategy, progressive discipline, investigations, and decision-making aligned with policy and legal requirements
Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of HR programs across the employee lifecycle
Lead and sponsor people-related change efforts (growth integration, restructuring, policy changes, systems adoption, new ways of working)
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR Directors and senior HR leaders

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
15+ years of progressive HR experience with significant experience as a senior HR Business Partner/HR leader in a complex organization
7+ years of people leadership experience, including leading HR leaders (e.g., Directors/Managers) in a multi-site, matrixed environment
Demonstrated success partnering with senior executives to drive workforce strategy, talent outcomes, and organizational change
Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, leader coaching, and workforce risk management
Strong business acumen and ability to connect people decisions to operational delivery, growth goals, and financial outcomes
Working knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements across U.S. and Canada.
Proficiency with HRIS systems and analytics (Workday preferred), and comfort using insights to guide decisions.

Associate Vice President – Human Resources

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