Position Overview

Directly leads and supports business units with a specific focus on optimizing engagement, productivity, and effectiveness of human resources within teams. This role involves oversight and potentially delivery of process training, employee relations, performance management, compensation planning, employee engagement, and change initiatives. It supports our laboratory teams in Madison, WI with additional global responsibilities. Employment type: Regular Full-Time.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to leaders by understanding business needs and market dynamics to align and develop the organization and frame strategic choices.
• Directly and indirectly lead HR teams that support large multi-site business units.
• Partner with business/functional/site leadership to create and support an inclusive culture focused on open communication, world class service, accountability, diversity, development, and integrity.
• Act as a change agent by diagnosing organizational needs related to people (processes, systems, resources) and operationalizing change through collaboration, clear communication, and effective project management.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to assess team capabilities and strategically plan workforce needs, ensuring appropriate training for personal, career, and organizational development.
• Partner in the development of strategic programs by applying functional knowledge and organizational effectiveness to influence decisions and implement HR components.
• Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure the effectiveness of talent management strategies and plans.
• Manage a team of HR resources by setting goals and providing ongoing coaching, development, and performance management.
• Collaborate with business leadership to develop effective incentives to drive high performance.
• Support hiring managers and recruiting partners in talent acquisition processes.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and demonstrate the ability to travel between sites in Madison.
• Work up to 10% during off hours, including nights and weekends, as required by lab needs.
• Utilize mobile devices, tablets, or computers for approximately 80% of the working day.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and connect with others.
• Be approachable and serve as a responsive resource for both employees and leaders.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Present effectively to diverse audiences, including front-line supervisors and executives.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with strong project management and organizational skills.
• Apply strong business acumen, including accountability to business metrics and strategic use of financial insights.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in Human Resources with progressively increasing responsibility.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams or direct reports.
• Demonstrated awareness of federal, state, and local regulations and compliance expectations in human resource management, employee relations, and labor practices.
• Ability to provide effective guidance and coaching in various situations (developmental, disciplinary, etc.).
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proven capability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA, MLR, MHR, etc.).
• PHR or SPHR certification.
• Experience managing a large non-exempt population.
• Background working in a regulated environment.
• Experience with multisite, including international, operations.