Komatsu · 14 hours ago
Senior Director, Human Resources Operations
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$165K/yr - $206K/yr
10+ years expKomatsu is a global leader in technologies, equipment, and services for various markets. They are seeking a Senior Director of Human Resources Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership for HR services, focusing on process optimization, compliance, and enhancing employee experience.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive HR Operations strategy aligned with organizational goals
Lead transformation initiatives focused on process optimization, standardization, and automation to improve HR service delivery and scalability
Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, and operational excellence
Drive the continuous improvement of HR processes through data analytics, technology enablement, and global best practices
Oversee the administration and optimization of HRIS, and related HR technology platforms, ensuring data accuracy, user accessibility, and system integration
Partner with IT and vendor partners to define the HR technology roadmap, implement upgrades, and enhance digital employee experiences
Use analytics to identify trends, streamline workflows, and support data-driven decision-making
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international labor laws and regulations
Maintain up-to-date HR policies, handbooks, and procedures in collaboration with Legal and other corporate stakeholders including HRBPs
Lead audits, compliance reviews, and risk mitigation efforts related to HR operations and documentation
Direct the operations of HR shared services, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality service delivery across employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, HRIS support, and compliance reporting)
Champion a service-oriented culture that prioritizes employee experience, transparency, and operational efficiency
Collaborate with global HR and business teams to ensure consistent application of policies and practices
Lead, mentor, and develop a geographically dispersed HR Operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement
Partner closely with Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HR Business Partners to align operational priorities with strategic workforce initiatives
Build strong relationships across departments to ensure HR initiatives support overall business performance and culture goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a leadership capacity overseeing HR operations or shared services
Comprehensive knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and global HR operations management
Strong understanding of HRIS systems, HR analytics, and process improvement methodologies
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable execution
Highly collaborative, innovative, and agile in navigating organizational complexity
Committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture
Preferred
SPHR/SHRM-SCP certification
Experience leading digital transformation and automation in HR environments
Proficiency with data-driven decision-making and HR reporting tools
Global HR experience in complex, multi-entity, matrixed organizations
Strong change management and organizational design expertise
Benefits
Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
401k and/or employee savings programs
Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
Employee and family assistance programs
Disability benefits
Life insurance
Employee learning and development programs
Company
Komatsu
Komatsu is a manufacturing company that specializes in the development of equipment for the construction industry.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hayden Akers
Partner Integration Manager
Masatoshi Ueno
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2024-11-07
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