HR Director - Vehicle Wash Solutions

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

This position provides leadership, develops and communicates the strategic direction and directs the activities of the Vehicle Wash Solutions organizations while aligning to OPW. The Human Resources Director will partner with the VP/GMs of the business units and the VP of HR to drive proactive, strategic, forward-thinking solutions to drive business growth globally.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of the Vehicle Wash Solutions HR strategies & initiatives & services to support the business strategic goal deployment (SGD) and annual operations plan (AOP) objectives in the various areas of talent acquisition, performance management, learning and skills development, compensation and organizational development.
• Provide dedicated guidance and coaching to multiple senior leaders and employees within a complex business environment.
• Provide expert coaching with specific focus on: employee advocacy/engagement, HR fundamentals and process training, employee relations management, performance management, career development, talent assessment, acquisition and retention and workplace investigations as appropriate.
• Support M&A activities in a high growth environment.
• Pro-actively delivers compensation, organizational design and strategies for workforce planning, deployment and retention, in order to address current and future expansion needs of the business, whilst simultaneously ensuring a diverse and globally-oriented workforce.
• Drive the implementation and deployment of effective corporate HR procedures, policies, systems, standards and infrastructures, in order to ensure a systematic and integrated approach to HR solutions across the region.
• Recruits and selects talent for all disciplines at senior levels. Implements consistent, aligned staffing process and plans workforce bench and skill sets required and drives effective and efficient utilization of talent
• Leads diversity initiatives and coaches leadership on how to leverage talent and teams across the organization.
• Understands and articulates key labor issues and employment law within and across country/states. Recommends actions/changes required to meet business results/strategies.
• Champion a culture of growth within the matrix set-up, conduct organizational assessments and upgrade talent through strategic staffing and talent 'pipeline' development.
• Lead and develop effective succession planning, retention, performance management, communication, employee satisfaction and employee development.
• Ensures compliance with all legal requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in business, labor relations, organizational development or other similar discipline
• 7 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:

• Demonstrated ability to operate across different countries and build relationship with internal and external customers from different cultural backgrounds.
• A strong bias for action, a keen sense of urgency and the ability to drive results in a matrixed organizational environment.
• Demonstrated experience in making strategic HR decisions, assessing leadership talent and effectively interfacing with high-level business and operations leaders
• Self-motivation and strong interpersonal/communication/influential skills with an emphasis on relationship / team / partnership building complete the profile.
• Decisive with the ability to provide flexible, creative solutions in a complex environment
• Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to respond quickly to customer needs.
• Proven experience building and transforming an organization and culture; strong advocate and leader of change
• Outstanding communication, coaching, influencing and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner
• Able to energize and inspire others to commit to and take action on business priorities, especially when driving change
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to quickly assess situations and make judgments based on practice or previous experience
• Ability to work in changing environments, see through complexity and strategically promote an inclusive / diverse workforce
• Passion for innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Strong understanding of the application of local labor laws and government requirements

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Salary Range : -

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Michigan : Northville || Americas : United States : Michigan : Detroit || Americas : United States : Michigan : Novi || Americas : United States : Pennsylvania : Bethlehem

Sub Division : VWS - Global

Job Requisition ID : 49589