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Job Title :

International HR Manager

Job Summary :

The International HR (IHR) Manager position’s primary function manages all non-US HR Operations and is directly responsible for foreign-based employees and expatriate HR matters. The International HR Manager serves as the liaison for all integration to life in the United States for both expatriates and Japanese visitors with subordinates.

Essential Duties :

HR Operations for expatriates

Managing the onboarding and offboarding process of expats for their assignment in the US.

Conducting other personnel issues of expats during service at PENA in the US under the guidance of the IHR General Manager.

Living support to expats and their families, as well as securing personal security including housing, understanding of governing laws, and transportation.

Planning and executing learning and development program for expats to optimize their performance.

Providing emergent expat assistance and care in case of sickness or injury.

Managing support for headcount / succession plans of expatriates during performance review cycles.

Conducting support of annual performance review and promotion process.

Other duties as assigned.

HR operation of TA (Technical Advisors)

Oversees the daily workflow of the department.

Improving job stream of HR related to TA, collaborating with MEBD HR and relevant functions to ensure job.

Conducting operation of on / off boarding of TA and other business travelers, in collaborating with relevant parties.

Managing and controlling infrastructure for TA, such as hotels, shuttle bus and communication media (Procurement Management).

Communication with TA to secure security and optimize their performance.

Providing emergent assistance and care in their trouble or sick.

Other duties as assigned.

Strategic HR planning

Planning consolidation of IHR teams / functions both in NV and KS according to KS site development.

Facilitating collaboration between US and Japanese counterparts to create synergy and consistency for employees in both locations.

Develops and assists with the implementation of human resource programs for all foreign entities with a concentration on host-country labor law and legal issues.

Participating in special projects, as requested by General Manager.

Comprehending and feed-backing development needs of expatriates and TA, to support talent development in MEBD / PEC.

Other duties as assigned.

FYI : Essential job duties of IHR specialist (subordinate of this position)

Assist visitors, expatriates and expatriate’s families by providing sufficient living and working environments during their stay in the US. This includes arranging hotel accommodations, transportation to and from work site, and other daily living necessities

Coordinate and assist in daily living arrangements for expatriates and their families from Japan (driver’s license, school selection, English lessons, doctor’s appointments etc.)

Conduct orientation for expatriates from Japan regarding basic knowledge about local area and work rules

Provide administrative assistance for IHR team

Assist HR team on administrative issues for entire employee base

HR procedure of expatriates’ arrival and leave (collaborating with Regional Headquarters)

Evaluates and resolves human relations, labor relations, and work-related problems involving Expatriates / Visitors while partnering with leadership in determining appropriate action (in some cases, may collaborate with HR team in Japan.)

Requires transporting Expatriates / Visitors to governmental offices, or sick person to a hospital or doctor appointments, inclusive of the weekends on rare occasion (once in two months or less). Personal vehicle usage will be eligible for mileage expense reimbursement.

Other duties as assigned

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

Education :

Basic / Required : Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, International HR, Human Resource Management, or a related field from a four-year College or University

Preferred : None

Essential Qualifications :

At least 4 years progressive Human Resources, Project Management, or related business management.

At least 2 years of international human resource management experience.

Strong project leader with excellent organizational and verbal skills

Knowledge of and comfort with Microsoft Office Suite software including Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Ability and proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting data

Solid computer skills and demonstrated general working knowledge of Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software tools

Effective planning, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail

Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritize work, and deliver quality results

Self-starter who works well independently and an outstanding ability to follow up with minimal direction by seeking answers and a focus on team success

Able to make appropriate decisions when confronted with obstacles, think about them before acting, and consistently resolve issues in creative and effective ways

A strong work ethic with a “get the job done” approach and consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally

Intuitive, adaptable, creative, and collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Collaborative nature with strong team building skills and willing to learn from and accept guidance from others

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prior work experience in Japanese company desired.

Strong communication skills, verbal / written.

Must have the ability to work with employees, visitors etc. within all levels of the organization.

Ability to be a self-starter, multi-task and flexibility required.

Occasionally, this position requires transporting sick visitor or expats to the hospital or doctor appointments using a designated company car, inclusive of the weekends.

Up to 10% of domestic travel required for administrative processing (locations include the Bay area, Carson City, KS state and NJ state)

Must have valid driver license and reliable transportation to support travel requirements.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and can use the computer to complete online learning requirement for- specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollments.

Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude).

About Us :

Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla Motors, Inc. in a large-scale advanced battery manufacturing facility known as the Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic manufactures and supplies cylindrical lithium-ion cells for the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, Tesla Motors, Inc. Based on the battery demand from Tesla, the Gigafactory is producing to produce cells which will double the world’s current production.

Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by production of the world’s safest, highest-quality, and lowest-cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society’s use of and perceptions of electric power.

In addition to an environment that’s as innovative as our products, we offer competitive compensation and benefits. Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.

Supplemental Information :

Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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