HR Director - NA Region Ag Industrial HRBM
The HR Director - NA Region Ag Industrial HRBM plays a critical role in delivering day-to-day HR support across multiple union and non-union manufacturing facilities. This position leads a team of up to nine direct reports, providing hands-on guidance to HR professionals who support complex and specialized heavy equipment production environments. The successful candidate will foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across both operational and support teams. This role requires a dependable and detail-oriented HR leader who understands best practices, maintains confidentiality with integrity, and consistently upholds compliance standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, people-focused, and committed to creating a positive and productive workplace.
This role is hybrid and requires on-site presence a minimum of three (3) days per week, subject to team and business needs. The role can be located in our in Oak Brook, IL, Racine, WI, Fargo, ND, Grand Island, NE, or New Holland, PA, with a travel expectation of 25%.
Key Responsibilities
- Talent Succession, Performance : Drive talent succession development and performance management strategy, including goal alignment, feedback culture, and development planning.
- Skill / Competency Development : Partner with plant leadership to build workforce capability to create a ready-now internal pipeline of candidates for critical roles and succession pipelines.
- Employee Experience & Advocacy : Champion a responsive and inclusive employee experience by guiding policy interpretation, resolving escalated inquiries, and aligning shared services support with site needs.
- Culture & Engagement Strategy : Shape and promote a values-driven culture through engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and internal communications that reinforce belonging and purpose.
- Workforce Analytics & Reporting : Deliver strategic HR insights through dashboards, trend analysis, and reporting that inform talent strategy, operational planning, and executive decision-making.
- HR Systems Governance : Oversee the integrity, security, and optimization of HR data systems and employee records. Ensure data accuracy supports enterprise-wide reporting and strategic decision-making.
- Policy & Compliance Leadership : Ensure consistent application of HR policies and regulatory compliance across North America. Monitor legal updates, lead audit readiness, and mitigate risk through proactive governance.
- Lead the design and execution of onboarding and offboarding programs that ensure seamless transitions, cultural alignment, and compliance across all sites.
Experience Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and 10+ years of experience leading strategic HR programs and projects.Strong understanding of core HR functions and employment laws.Proficient HRIS platforms and data analytics toolspreferably with experience using SuccessFactors, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is essential, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments, brings a people-first mindset, and demonstrates a natural inclination to support others with a positive, solution-oriented approach.Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, along with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail is critical when handling sensitive information.Pay Transparency
The annual salary for this role is USD $180,750 to $277,150, plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)
What We Offer
We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.
At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including :
Flexible work arrangementsSavings & Retirement benefitsTuition reimbursementParental leaveAdoption assistanceFertility & Family building supportEmployee Assistance ProgramsCharitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off