National Beef
Senior Director, Human Resource Operations
National Beef, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Overview:
Find your future at National Beef!National Beef in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking to hire a qualified professional to join our family as Senior Director, Human Resources Operations. With competitive pay and benefits, stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive,
National Beef could become your next career move!Competitive Pay and Benefits:Health/Dental/Vision/PrescriptionCompany-paid life and disability insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid VacationTuition ReimbursementAdvancement OpportunitiesThis position is an on-site position at our Kansas City, Missouri Headquarters.Responsibilities:Senior Director, Human Resources Operations responsibilities include but are not limited to:The Senior Director, Human Resource Operations is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing field payroll processing, Human Capital Management (HCM) applications, HR policy and administration, talent acquisition, and continuous improvement initiatives for National Beef, covering its 10,500 employees across several beef processing and further processing facilities, and additional divisions including transportation and leather. This role will support and execute HR transformation initiatives and partner with business leaders and field-based HR business partners to drive HR excellence across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, extensive systems knowledge, and excellent communication skills.Key RelationshipsReports to: Executive Vice President of Human Resources and AdministrationDirect Reports: Systems AdministratorLeadership Peers: Human Resources Vice President Operations, Vice President of Corporate Communications, Vice President of Talent Development, Vice President of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Director of Loss Prevention and Director of Benefits/CompensationRoles and Responsibilities:HR Transformation Initiatives:
Support and execute HR transformation initiatives to align HR operations with the evolving needs of the businessPartner with business leaders and HR teams to ensure successful change management and adoption of new HR processes and technologies
Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR operations and service deliveryUtilize data and metrics to drive decision-making and improve HR processes
HR Policy and Administration:
Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures that comply with legal standards and support the organizations strategic goalsEnsure consistent administration of HR policies and procedures across the organization
Human Capital Management Applications:
Lead the deployment, management, and optimization of human capital management (HCM) applicationsEnsure the integration and alignment of HCM applications with overall HR and business strategies
Talent Acquisition:
Drive talent acquisition strategies and technology to attract and retain top talentCollaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
Payroll Management:
Oversee the field payroll process ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timelinessWork with the Director of Payroll to implement and manage payroll processes to enhance efficiency
Partnership and Collaboration:
Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders and field-based HR business partnersProvide guidance and support to ensure HR initiatives are aligned with business objectives and operational needs.
This is an on-site position.Qualifications:Qualified candidates for the Senior Director, Human Resources Operations position should possess the following:Minimum of twelve years of relevant business and progressive human resources experience with at least eight years of experience leading teams at various levels within HR
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience, Master's in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or another related field preferred
Expert and broad knowledge of end-to-end talent operations and management
Savvy communicator both orally and in writing
Proven leadership, critical thinking and coaching skills that foster collaboration and development across and within teams
Highly developed project management skills
Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and integration planning / implementation, a plus
Labor Relations, ability to build tools to streamline union negotiations and positive employee relations, strongly preferred
Must be a highly motivated, innovative, strategic thinker with a high EQ and outstanding executive presence
Must be able to connect with and demonstrate empathy for teammates at all levels, along with significant influence and negotiation skills
Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making
Extensive knowledge of HR systems and applications, including HCM, payroll systems, and talent acquisition platforms
Preferred Skills & Capabilities:Adaptability: Flexible and able to develop creative solutions while building consensusLeadership credibility: Builds trust and strong relationships across the organizationCommunication and approachability: Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills while being approachable and effective at all levelsInitiative: Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentAnalytical and data-driven decision makingUrgency: Strong work ethic and sense of urgencyHands-on: Balances strategic leadership with a roll-up-your-sleeves approachChange Agent: Tenacious, energetic, positive, and resilient in leading and managing changeResults-based leader: Focused on delivering results with energy and resilienceTeam and relationship-oriented: Collaborative and relationship-driven, fostering a strong team dynamicProblem Solver: Discerning listener who is capable of finding solutionsHumble and fun-loving: Demonstrates humility while fostering a positive attitude.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.Company Overview:National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether its measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home.National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual.#IND
Find your future at National Beef!National Beef in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking to hire a qualified professional to join our family as Senior Director, Human Resources Operations. With competitive pay and benefits, stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive,
National Beef could become your next career move!Competitive Pay and Benefits:Health/Dental/Vision/PrescriptionCompany-paid life and disability insurance401(k) with Company MatchPaid VacationTuition ReimbursementAdvancement OpportunitiesThis position is an on-site position at our Kansas City, Missouri Headquarters.Responsibilities:Senior Director, Human Resources Operations responsibilities include but are not limited to:The Senior Director, Human Resource Operations is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing field payroll processing, Human Capital Management (HCM) applications, HR policy and administration, talent acquisition, and continuous improvement initiatives for National Beef, covering its 10,500 employees across several beef processing and further processing facilities, and additional divisions including transportation and leather. This role will support and execute HR transformation initiatives and partner with business leaders and field-based HR business partners to drive HR excellence across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, extensive systems knowledge, and excellent communication skills.Key RelationshipsReports to: Executive Vice President of Human Resources and AdministrationDirect Reports: Systems AdministratorLeadership Peers: Human Resources Vice President Operations, Vice President of Corporate Communications, Vice President of Talent Development, Vice President of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), Director of Loss Prevention and Director of Benefits/CompensationRoles and Responsibilities:HR Transformation Initiatives:
Support and execute HR transformation initiatives to align HR operations with the evolving needs of the businessPartner with business leaders and HR teams to ensure successful change management and adoption of new HR processes and technologies
Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR operations and service deliveryUtilize data and metrics to drive decision-making and improve HR processes
HR Policy and Administration:
Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures that comply with legal standards and support the organizations strategic goalsEnsure consistent administration of HR policies and procedures across the organization
Human Capital Management Applications:
Lead the deployment, management, and optimization of human capital management (HCM) applicationsEnsure the integration and alignment of HCM applications with overall HR and business strategies
Talent Acquisition:
Drive talent acquisition strategies and technology to attract and retain top talentCollaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
Payroll Management:
Oversee the field payroll process ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timelinessWork with the Director of Payroll to implement and manage payroll processes to enhance efficiency
Partnership and Collaboration:
Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders and field-based HR business partnersProvide guidance and support to ensure HR initiatives are aligned with business objectives and operational needs.
This is an on-site position.Qualifications:Qualified candidates for the Senior Director, Human Resources Operations position should possess the following:Minimum of twelve years of relevant business and progressive human resources experience with at least eight years of experience leading teams at various levels within HR
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience, Master's in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or another related field preferred
Expert and broad knowledge of end-to-end talent operations and management
Savvy communicator both orally and in writing
Proven leadership, critical thinking and coaching skills that foster collaboration and development across and within teams
Highly developed project management skills
Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and integration planning / implementation, a plus
Labor Relations, ability to build tools to streamline union negotiations and positive employee relations, strongly preferred
Must be a highly motivated, innovative, strategic thinker with a high EQ and outstanding executive presence
Must be able to connect with and demonstrate empathy for teammates at all levels, along with significant influence and negotiation skills
Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making
Extensive knowledge of HR systems and applications, including HCM, payroll systems, and talent acquisition platforms
Preferred Skills & Capabilities:Adaptability: Flexible and able to develop creative solutions while building consensusLeadership credibility: Builds trust and strong relationships across the organizationCommunication and approachability: Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills while being approachable and effective at all levelsInitiative: Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentAnalytical and data-driven decision makingUrgency: Strong work ethic and sense of urgencyHands-on: Balances strategic leadership with a roll-up-your-sleeves approachChange Agent: Tenacious, energetic, positive, and resilient in leading and managing changeResults-based leader: Focused on delivering results with energy and resilienceTeam and relationship-oriented: Collaborative and relationship-driven, fostering a strong team dynamicProblem Solver: Discerning listener who is capable of finding solutionsHumble and fun-loving: Demonstrates humility while fostering a positive attitude.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.Company Overview:National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether its measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home.National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual.#IND