Chief Human Resources Officer

About the Role

We are seeking a transformational Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead and elevate the HR function for a diversified holding company operating in automotive components and parts manufacturing, automotive distributorship, real estate development, and portfolio management. This is not just an advisory role – it is a hands-on, execution-driven position where strategic vision meets operational excellence.

With a workforce of 1,200 employees, including a significant unionized blue-collar segment, this role will focus on organizational development, career and talent management, workforce planning, and labor relations, ensuring that HR is a key driver of business success. The CHRO will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, shaping a people-first culture that enhances performance, engagement, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Growth

• Design and execute a forward-thinking HR strategy that aligns with the company's long-term business objectives.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the Board of Directors and executive leadership, providing insights on organizational development, workforce planning, and cultural transformation.
• Leverage HR analytics and market intelligence to drive informed decision-making, ensuring the business remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development

• Build a robust talent pipeline by designing proactive recruitment strategies, onboarding programs, and succession planning initiatives that future-proof the organization.
• Oversee the organizational development framework, equipping employees with structured career pathways, leadership training, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Establish a merit-based performance management system, driving transparency, accountability, and professional growth.

Employee Engagement & Cultural Transformation

• Champion a high-performance, employee-centric culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, including full and pulse surveys, data analysis, and targeted action plans to enhance retention and job satisfaction.
• Cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, ensuring that HR policies reflect best practices in DEI.

Compensation, Benefits & Compliance

• Develop and implement competitive compensation and benefits strategies, ensuring that pay structures are aligned with industry benchmarks.
• Oversee the annual performance review and merit increase process, driving equity and fairness across the organization.
• Ensure full compliance with labor laws, union agreements, and workforce regulations

Union & Employee Relations

• Lead union negotiations and labor relations with a balanced, fair, and forward-looking approach, ensuring alignment between business objectives and workforce needs.
• Act as a bridge between blue-collar and white-collar employees, fostering open communication and engagement at all levels of the organization.
• Establish proactive conflict resolution mechanisms, ensuring that employee relations are handled with a people-first mindset.

Operational & Financial HR Excellence

• Optimize HR operations, processes, and policies to drive efficiency, scalability, and business agility.
• Manage the HR budget, ensuring smart investments in technology, learning programs, and workforce development initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure staffing strategies align with the company's expansion plans and future growth initiatives.

Who You Are

• Seasoned HR executive with 10+ years of senior leadership experience in industrial, automotive, or manufacturing environments.
• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of leading both big-picture HR transformation and day-to-day operational execution.
• Experienced in union relations, labor negotiations, and workforce planning for blue-collar employees.
• Adept at talent management, organizational development, and leadership coaching.
• A data-driven decision-maker is skilled in leveraging workforce insights to shape policies and drive business impact.
• A strong communicator and collaborator who can influence stakeholders at all levels, from executives to frontline employees.

Why Join?

• Lead a strategic HR transformation at a fast-growing, industry-leading company.
• Work across diverse business functions, partnering closely with leadership to drive real impact.
• Be on the ground with employees, shaping a culture of excellence, inclusion, and innovation.

If you are an experienced, hands-on HR leader looking to drive organizational transformation and workforce excellence, we invite you to apply.