HR Manager

Job Description Developing and implementing local HR strategies, policies, and procedures, based on the SO global objectives and the SO People Strategy, and ensuring these are adapted in response to the growth and changing needs of the business. Ensuring fulfillment of SO HR KPI targets in Sickness, Attrition, and othersRegularly reviewing the results and establishing trends.Conducting deep-dive analyses of the KPI development.Formulating and implementing corresponding measures to close gaps when needed.Presenting results of analyses and of measures in review meetings. Headcount planning and projects volume adaptation (ramp-up or down,) supporting in re-organizing or re-structuring of teams when necessary. Building up associate and leadership competencies through talent scouting, associate & leadership development, and training management. Identifying and developing future talents for succession in leadership and expert roles via People Conferences and other fora. Knowing, understanding, and applying the relevant labor laws and regulations of the SO locations under his/her charge, as well as providing guidance to supervisors and managers to ensure compliance. Ensuring that supervisors and managers and other stakeholders are made aware of any critical personnel risks, and developing and driving action plans to mitigate these risks.

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in human resources or related field. Minimum of eight to ten years management experience, minimum of ten years HR experience. Expert knowledge of human resources management practices and employment law. Strategic-minded, capable of functioning as a partner to the business. Excellent skills in both verbal and written communication, as well as an ability to build strong relationships (Spanish and English). Able to operate with an independent voice and be a trusted coach. Energetic, self-starter, flexible and adaptable to changing business demands. Good organizational skills. Able to work in a highly matrixed organization.  Experience in a global environment preferred. Experience supporting a geographically dispersed associate population preferred.

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