Company Description

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking. We create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. WireCo® is headquartered in Prairie Village, Kansas with manufacturing plants, distribution facilities and research and development centers worldwide.

WireCo® offers a competitive salary, incentive programs, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits offerings for employees and their families. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com and the following videos:

• https://youtu.be/zzplYW7PMFg

• https://youtu.be/xfhKBDf0tJs

Job Description

The Human Resources Manager is a key role on the Global Steel Division HR Team. This role will support our global steel commercial and engineering functions, which encompasses our global sales force, product management, customer care, and business development teams. In close partnership with our regional HR leaders around the world, the HR Manager will be responsible for supporting associates at all levels to drive positive people outcomes aligned to our strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):

• Partner with business leaders and regional HR partners to drive high-quality, value-added HR processes (i.e., performance management, goal setting, merit & bonus planning)
• Serve as a trusted advisor to associates at all levels within the organization on HR-related matters
• Partner with Organization & Talent Development Leader to identify opportunities to drive engagement, using data from global engagement surveys, and assisting leaders to create & implement action plans
• Participate in annual Talent Review process, and ensure identified follow ups are put into action
• Partner with the Finance team to administer and manage WireCo’s Global Sales Incentive Program to maximize the full benefit in driving strategic business goals
• Ensure constant alignment with fellow Steel HR Team with regards to organizational changes, key open roles, critical talent, and other important employee life cycle events
• Serve as point-of-contact for WireCo associates who are employed through a 3rd party employer-of-record due to geographic location; ensuring a seamless experience and addressing any administrative concerns
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and lead the efforts for assigned teams, aligned to the Steel organization’s workforce plan
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues; conducting thorough and objective investigations
• Maintain in-depth understanding of legal requirements throughout employee lifecycle; identifying potential risks and ensuring 100% compliance
• Identify training or individual development needs, and serve as a coach for assigned functions
• Provide guidance and project leadership on matters related to organizational design, strategic workforce planning, successional planning, or restructuring
• Collaborate with fellow HR colleagues to develop policies, programs, and solutions
• Partner with external vendors to manage strategy and delivery of Sales Development Training
• Lead and/or participate in department projects and initiatives as deemed necessary, with a strong focus on internal process automation and simplification to enable global HR transformation

The HR Manager must exhibit and proactively motivate others in the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Proven experience (At least 3 years) of HR Management experience, with international client support (non-US) strongly preferred
• Experience partnering with Commercial/Sales functions, with incentive compensation management experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of HR processes and industry best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, coaching, communication and consulting skills
• Self-starter with strong results orientation and success in moving business toward long-term goals
• Strategic thinker with the ability to be hands on and drive projects to completion
• Strong project management skills
• Proven experience in building strong consultative partnerships with diverse people across multiple functions and locations. Must be a strong team player and collaborator.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM Certifications

Additional Information

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

• Standard office equipment including computer, mouse, keyboard, telephone, multifunction copier

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment. A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability