Senior Human Resources Manager

HR Connections Executive Search • Full-time • Cincinnati Metropolitan Area, US • $150k - $160k / year • 1w ago

Our global client is seeking a highly strategic Sr. HR Manager and Business Partner.

IMPACT and OPPORTUNITY

The HR Business Partner serves as a strategic advisor to our client’s Global Business, supporting a complex, high-growth, matrixed environment. This hands-on role drives people strategy across talent management, organizational design, workforce planning, and engagement. Partnering closely with leaders and HR Centers of Excellence—including Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Total Rewards—the role requires strategic thinking, tactical execution, and strong cross-functional collaboration. Success depends on influencing at all levels and aligning HR initiatives with evolving business priorities. This position reports to the VP, HR, Corporate Functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic HR Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to the SVP of the Business, providing coaching and guidance to shape and execute a high-impact talent strategy.
Business Acumen & Change Leadership: Serve as a strategic partner with strong business insight; lead change management and transformation initiatives with a focus on employee experience and process integrity.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Use data and analytics to diagnose organizational challenges, inform talent strategies, and build business cases that support people-centric decisions.
HR Operating Model Execution: Collaborate with the VP of HR and HR leadership to uphold the HR operating model, ensuring alignment across business partnering, governance, and COEs.
Talent & Performance Management: Lead core HR processes including succession planning, performance management, compensation, and leadership development; identify and develop high-potential talent.
Culture & Engagement: Foster a positive, inclusive work environment; spearhead initiatives to improve engagement, retention, and organizational culture through surveys, feedback, and targeted strategies.
Recruitment & Workforce Planning: Lead full-cycle recruitment for leadership roles; partner with finance on labor forecasting and budget planning to meet evolving talent needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field with 10–12 years of progressive HRBP experience in global organizations
Proven leader in change management with strong executive presence and a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach
Deep expertise in modern HR structures and practices, including talent, compensation, benefits, and compliance
Strong project/process management skills with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced, complex environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree preferred, with experience supporting standalone businesses or P&Ls in global manufacturing industries
Trusted advisor to senior executives, influencing strategic people decisions that drive business outcomes
Background in supporting highly technical functions such as Engineering and R&D
Experience with mergers and acquistions including due diligence and integration.

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