Director Human Resources

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Job Description:

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Job Summary:

Caterpillar has an exciting Director Human Resources opportunity for our Europe, Africa, Middle East and Eurasia (EAME) Distribution Division within our Digital, Technology and Distribution segment.

Reporting to the SVP EAME Distribution, this HR leader will direct the development and implementation of global HR strategies aligned with business objectives, providing guidance on HR policies and practices, fostering a culture of employee engagement and development.

What you will do:

• Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to senior leaders on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits, etc.

• Align HR policies and programs for their division which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.

• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.

• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.

• Lead a team of HR leaders to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR.

• Lead, support and, influence the design and change management approach of large-scale talent-focused change efforts impacting highly matrixed lines of business.

Degree Requirement:
Degree or equivalent experience desired.

What you will have (Skills and Experience):

Business Acumen:

Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

• Designs the organization's planning processes and decision-making channels.
• Explains business issues and trends of own business unit as compared to other business units.
• Demonstrates a big picture understanding of the business, its interrelationships, and priorities.
• Demonstrates strong foundation of business fundamentals, measurement, and business finance.
• Develops business cases for own function; reviews and critiques cases for other functions.
• Explains advantages and risks of using business simulations for critical business decisions.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking:

Additional Details:

• This role is based in the office, 5 days a week.

• Domestic relocation is offered for this role.

• Sponsorship is not offered for this role.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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