JTEKT North America Corporation · 22 hours ago
Executive Director Human Resources
Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expJTEKT North America is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, and they are seeking an Executive Director of Human Resources. This role involves directing HR strategies, processes, and operations to align with company goals, while also managing and developing the HR team across North America.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Directs the functional areas of Human Resources including, but not limited to associate relations, organizational development, talent acquisition, learning and organizational development, performance management, succession planning, compensation management, benefits administration, HRIS/employee records, payroll, AAP/EEO, workers compensation and special projects
Maintains a highly engaged team by inspiring trust, creating vision, executing strategy and coaching potential. Fosters a culture and environment that aspires to the JTEKT Basic Principles and a problem-solving mindset. Plans for the competency development of HR staff across the region to prepare them for future growth in the company and individual career paths
Develops organizational strategies by identifying and researching human resource issues; contributing information, analysis and recommendations to the organization’s strategic direction. Applies appropriate change management measures and strategies to achieve the desired business impact
Manages the development, alignment, implementation, and compliance of human resources policies and processes
Works closely with executive leaders, plant and business unit management to advise, counsel, and coach the development, improvement or resolution of issues related to culture, leadership, or individual performance. Responds to, solves, and/or makes decisions that have broad department impact and/or risk
Responsible for the creation of the department annual plans, budgets, and reports in conformance with legislated and legal requirements or company “Hoshin” annual planning processes
Responsible for continuous improvement and innovation as it relates to the human resource function
Manages HR staff directly and indirectly across North America. Provides guidance and direction in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring; planning, assigning, and directing work; training department employees; conducting performance reviews and related salary adjustments; administering corrective counseling as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 10 years' experience in HR related functions and/or manufacturing
Business knowledge: A thorough understanding of business operations and processes
Coaching/developing others: Helping others to reach their full potential and to be productive members of a team
Credibility: Must be perceived as having the knowledge, experience, competency and trustworthiness to influence and lead
Critical/analytical thinking: Ability to effectively gather and analyze information to creatively solve complex problems
Cross-cultural intelligence: Ability to apply knowledge and sensitivity in order to effectively work in a diverse and multi-cultural environment
Effective communication: Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate to diverse audiences using a variety of communication techniques
Integrity & Ethical behavior: Demonstrate personal and professional integrity and ethical behavior that is above reproach
Flexibility/adaptability: Must possess the ability to quickly make decisions and adjust tactics in a fluid and ever-changing business environment
Global intelligence/global mindset: An overarching way of thinking about the nature of doing business that includes an understanding of and sensitivity to cultural differences among workers in other countries and legal issues inherent in operating a multinational business
HR knowledge: Thorough understanding of technical and strategic HR functions and processes
Leading change: Charting the course for organization's stakeholders to navigate a shift in business processes, priorities, roles and expectations
Organizational knowledge: Understanding the business issues that are specific to the organization and having empathy for and an awareness of the impact of human capital issues on the organization as a system
Persuasiveness/influencing others: The art of using interpersonal skills to convince others to share one's perspective or way of thinking
Results orientation/drive for performance: The ability to demonstrate the value HR brings to the organization through linking processes and practices to positive outcomes
Shaping organizational culture: Creating and driving the values by which an organization operates
Strategic thinking: Seeing the big picture, having a long-term line of sight and understanding the interconnectedness of decisions and activities within the various lines of the business
Technology savvy: Knowledge of the unique solutions and challenges that new technology will bring to the organization and understanding of how talent management will be affected by a technologically enhanced business environment
Preferred
Experience working in an international, foreign-owned manufacturing company preferred
SPHR or SHRM-SCP and minimum of 5 years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment desired
Experience in HRIS management desired
Proven experience dealing with confidential information and stressful situations
Ability to work independently and effectively in a matrixed organization
Company
JTEKT North America Corporation
JTEKT North America is a global leader in advanced automotive technologies, providing innovative solutions to drive the future of mobility.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Donna Page
Chief Financial Officer
Gary Bourque
Executive Vice President and COO
Recent News
2025-09-27
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