Regional hr business partner – north america

Our client is a global leader in the construction of plants and machinery for the steel industry, renowned for innovation, team spirit, excellence, and reliability across its international operations. To support the continued growth of their manufacturing and industrial operations across North America, we are seeking an experienced Human Resources professional to join their team. The position will hold regional responsibility for North America, supporting operations in the United States as well as the Group's businesses in Canada and Mexico. In this role, you will help drive the alignment of HR practices across the region, support organizational development initiatives, and promote the sharing of best practices among multiple sites and business units.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with leaders on workforce planning, employee relations, organizational development, and people-related challenges. Support employee engagement initiatives and a positive workplace culture. Lead full-cycle recruitment for technical, manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering positions. Build relationships with staffing agencies, technical schools, colleges, and universities to strengthen talent pipelines. Manage onboarding and key employee lifecycle processes.

Support performance management, development planning, training initiatives, and capability building. Conduct compensation analysis, market benchmarking, and support incentive program initiatives. Monitor HR metrics including turnover, absenteeism, staffing effectiveness, and productivity. Participate in HR digitalization, organizational improvement, and operational excellence projects. Promote consistent HR practices across North America while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Labor Relations, Law, or a related field. HR experience in a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or similarly complex environment. Solid knowledge of Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Organizational Development, and Training. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Italian language skills are preferred but not required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.

Strong business acumen and results-oriented mindset. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Analytical approach and ability to interpret HR data and metrics. Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to build trusted relationships across all organizational levels. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

The opportunity to contribute to a global engineering and technology leader. Exposure to complex manufacturing operations and large-scale industrial projects. An international and collaborative work environment. Professional growth and development opportunities. The chance to make a meaningful impact on business performance and employee experience.

Compensation

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $90,000
- $110,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, education, location, market conditions, internal equity, and job responsibilities. Eligible employees may also participate in incentive programs and receive a comprehensive benefits package, subject to applicable company plans and policies. Equal Opportunity Employer Our client is committed to providing a professional and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect, have equal opportunities to contribute and grow, and are recognized for their skills, performance, and achievements.