Strategic HR Business Partner for Animal Health Brazil shaping and executing people strategy across commercial and manufacturing operations. Leading organizational culture and development initiatives.
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leadership in commercial and manufacturing to define and execute the people strategy aligned to business priorities, growth ambitions and transformation agenda
Lead and develop a team of 3 direct reports located in different sites, as well as indirect teams under their scope, fostering a high‑performance, inclusive and collaborative HR organization
Drive organizational effectiveness, including organization design, workforce planning, succession planning and capability building to support current and future business needs
Lead and/or co‑lead strategic talent initiatives, including leadership pipeline development, critical role management, and executive coaching in partnership with regional and global HR
Manage and resolve complex employee and labor relations issues, ensuring fair, consistent and business‑oriented solutions that protect the company and reinforce our culture and values
Provide day‑to‑day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, performance discussions and disciplinary actions)
Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation, ensuring alignment with global standards and local legal and business context
Develop and approve contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers, ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness in close partnership with Compensation & Benefits
Maintain in‑depth knowledge of legal requirements related to the management of employees and unionized environments, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance; partner with the Legal department as needed
Analyze HR and business trends and metrics in partnership with local, regional and global HR teams to identify issues and opportunities, and to design integrated solutions, programs and policies
Lead and oversee effective, thorough and objective investigations when required
Champion and co‑lead Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives for Animal Health Brazil, promoting an inclusive culture and diverse leadership pipeline
Embed and sustain company culture and leadership standards (incl. ELS and other global frameworks) across Animal Health Brazil, acting as a role model and cultural ambassador
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Master’s degree desired
Experience as an HR Business Partner at least 5 years in multinational companies, ideally in organizations with physical products (manufacturing and/or commercial operations)
Demonstrated experience in leading HR teams and influencing senior leaders in complex, matrixed environments
Proven ability to resolve complex employee relations and labor relations issues
Solid experience across multiple HR disciplines, including:
Compensation & Benefits
Talent Management and Succession Planning
Organizational diagnosis and design
Performance management
Organizational culture and change management
Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge and coach senior leaders
Robust business acumen and strong understanding of commercial and/or manufacturing dynamics
Negotiation and consultation skills, including union and external stakeholder interactions
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and stakeholder management
Proven management experience, including developing and engaging diverse teams
Previous experience collaborating in and co‑leading DE&I initiatives
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