Apogee Enterprises Inc is hiring: Vice President, HR Strategy & Operations in Mi

Apogee Enterprises Inc.

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit www.apog.com

Position Summary

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving the development, implementation, and management of the HR Strategy and Operations, including shared HR services across the enterprise including payroll and HR systems. This position ensures the delivery of scalable, efficient, and high-quality HR operations while aligning with the company's strategic objectives to create a streamlined and elevated employee experience. The VP will oversee teams focused on HR operations, payroll, HRIS, and compliance.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

1. Support the CHRO with establishing the HR strategy aligned to the business strategy and help execute quarterly business review to manage and adjust throughout the year.
2. Develop and execute a strategic vision for HR Strategy and Operations, including shared services that supports organizational growth and operational excellence.
3. Collaborate with HR leadership team to align HR services with business goals and ensure a seamless employee experience.
4. Establish KPI's to measure the effectiveness of HR shared services.
5. Create and maintain service level agreements with enterprise HR teams and employees.
6. Serve as the HR liaison to the enterprise PMO; manage the HR portfolio and partner with the HRLT to ensure adoption of PMO technology and processes.

HR Systems

1. Partner with VP of Digital Applications for technology selection, design, development, implementation, operational transition, maintenance, and adoption of HR technologies.
2. Create and operationalize a technology roadmap to enhance service delivery and analytics for HR.
3. Provide insights and data-driven recommendations to HR leaders for informed decision making.
4. Leverage existing platforms to their full capability (for example, Workday) to serve the business and employee needs.

Payroll

1. Responsible for global payroll (including U.S. and Canada, along with oversight of 3rd party providers for other countries). This includes multi-state and unions.
2. Ensures timely, accurate, payroll processing and delivery.

Operations and Process Optimization

1. Inventory and document HR processes and establish a roadmap to optimize, streamline or automate. Maintain HR process framework and align COE processes accordingly.
2. Oversee day-to day HR operations to drive standardization and automation of processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.
3. Design and deliver shared services that enhance the employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
4. Act as a champion for inclusion and diversity in HR practices, policies, and delivery of HR services.

Compliance

1. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
2. Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and guidelines to mitigate organizational risks.
3. Provides tools and process expectations for HR users and audits for compliance (i.e., I-9's, required government postings, etc.).

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be expected to be a high-energy, creative, and resourceful self-starter who demonstrates leadership skills and instincts. He/she is highly intelligent and enthusiastic with a commitment to excellence. In terms of personal competencies, the successful candidate must be a hands-on person who possesses the best combination of strategic thinking and drive to achieve tangible business results. In addition, he/she should possess the following competencies:

1. Ethics: Highest level of professional integrity and honesty as well as personal credibility.
2. Functional Leadership: A confident, mature person with the ability to connect and inspire others. A proven track record of leading projects and teams that successfully achieve milestones and complete deliverables. Experience managing in an environment that continuously prioritizes operational excellence.
3. Results-Oriented: A driver who possesses the ability to take actions and implement effective solutions in a timely manner often while influencing across different functions and levels of the organization.
4. Problem Solver: A creative yet pragmatic problem solver who can anticipate potential challenges and proactively address to remove barriers to progress. Methodical and hands-on as well as detail oriented. Strong analytical skills.
5. Change Management: Exposure to significant enterprise level change. Demonstrated ability to operate within a team environment, and highly dynamic situations. Has an 80/20 sense of what matters and can manage complexity and build consensus through strong collaboration.
6. Project Management: Experience working with leadership teams and leading cross-functional discussions. Track record of successful delivery against project timelines and financial targets. Strong coaching skills and ability inspire working teams to overdeliver, as well as effectively influence the direction of strategic efforts.
7. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: A team player and builder, receptive to ideas from others. Shares information and keeps team members and partners informed. Works effectively with others to identify and resolve issues. Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact successfully with all levels of management as well as a diverse workforce. Ability to understand and add value to high-level management interactions.

Education and Skills Required

Education:

1. Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (required).
2. Master's degree in human resources, Business, or related field (preferred).

Experience:

1. Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
2. Proven experience in strategic HR management, HR operations, and technology.
3. Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, with a focus on operational efficiency and outcomes.

Travel Requirements

1. Travel anticipated approximately 10%

Apogee Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.