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HR Director, Business Units
HR Director, Business UnitsBrunswick • Lake Forest, IL, US
HR Director, Business Units

HR Director, Business Units

Brunswick • Lake Forest, IL, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Hr Director, Business Units

Are you ready for what's next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality :

Position Overview :

The HR Director, Business Units, is a key leadership role within Navico Group, responsible for partnering directly with the Presidents of the three global Business Units, each of whom hold full P&L accountability for their business units.

This role provides both strategic partnership and tactical HR leadership across a diverse global workforce, aligning HR priorities to business goals and ensuring consistent, values-driven practices across all regions.

In addition to serving as a trusted advisor to Business Unit leaders, this role collaborates closely with our functional global HR Strategic Directors, Brunswick COEs and local HR to ensure enterprise alignment, information sharing, and comprehensive workforce planning. With accountability for reporting into mid-month operational reviews, the HR Director ensures Business Unit workforce data and insights are captured, analyzed, and positioned in the context of broader organizational costs and talent needs.

This role contributes to shaping the overall Navico Group HR strategy and ensures its effective HR execution across the Business Units. The role serves as a key member of Navico Group HR Leadership Team and also sits in the Brunswick Executive HR Committee (EHRC) meetings.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions :

  • Partner closely with Business Unit Presidents and their leadership teams to align HR strategies with business objectives and P&L priorities.
  • Provide independent counsel and strategic foresight on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership effectiveness.
  • Anticipate business needs and translate them into actionable people strategies, demonstrating strategic agility and a global mindset.

Collaboration Across HR Community :

  • Work closely with Brunswick Enterprise COEs (Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, etc.) to ensure effective delivery of global HR programs within Business Units.
  • Partner with peer-group of functional Global HR Strategic Directors (e.g., Sales, Service, PD&E) to maintain rounded knowledge of functional priorities and ensure alignment across Business Unit delivery.
  • Build strong relationships with peer HR leaders to ensure seamless information flow, alignment of practices, and consistent support to shared functions funded by Business Unit budgets.
  • Talent & Organizational Development :

  • Lead Business Unit talent processes including succession planning, leadership development, and capability building, aligned with enterprise frameworks.
  • Identify critical skills gaps and implement strategies to build a strong, diverse global pipeline.
  • Coach leaders to grow their leadership impact and effectiveness, fostering high-performing teams across geographies.
  • Employee Relations & Engagement :

  • Champion Navico Group's values, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
  • Guide people leaders on employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and performance management with a solution-focused approach.
  • Execute core talent processes including performance reviews, succession planning, and development planning across sites, in alignment with global talent frameworks.
  • Drive employee engagement strategies, leveraging survey data and insights to inform action plans.
  • Workforce Planning & Reporting :

  • Lead and coordinate workforce planning for Business Units, ensuring accuracy, alignment, and insight across global operations.
  • Prepare and deliver workforce planning data and reporting for mid-month operational reviews, connecting workforce metrics to Business Unit costs and broader P&L accountability.
  • Collaborate with HR peers and functional partners to ensure workforce planning reflects both local realities and global priorities.
  • HR Leadership & Governance :

  • Play an active role in the Executive HR Committee (EHRC), shaping enterprise-wide HR strategy.
  • Sit on the Navico Group HR Leadership Team, driving alignment, governance, and collaboration across the HR function.
  • Ensure transparency, clarity, and timeliness in the flow of information across Business Units, global HR partners, and the wider enterprise.
  • Data, Insights & Execution :

  • Leverage HR analytics to inform decision-making, track effectiveness, and provide actionable insights to Business Unit leaders.
  • Ensure smooth execution of HR processes including performance management, compensation planning, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Drive continuous improvement in HR operations, demonstrating independence, proactive leadership, and change agility.
  • Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets / experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

    Required Qualifications : :

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior-level leadership roles.
  • Proven ability to partner with executive leaders in a global, matrixed organization.
  • Strong HR generalist expertise including talent management, organizational design, employee relations, and workforce planning.
  • Experience working across multiple geographies with an understanding of diverse labor practices.
  • Proficiency in HR systems, workforce analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken).
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications : :

  • Master's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
  • Professional HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, etc.).
  • Experience in manufacturing, technology, or multinational corporate environments.
  • Working Conditions : :

  • Hybrid working schedule in office environment
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
  • The anticipated pay range for this position is between US$115,700 to US$185,900 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge / skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

    This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

    Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

    Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world's largest recreational marine business. Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.

    Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.

    Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

    Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,

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