HR Leader

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Your Role: HR Leader (Manufacturing)

As HR Leader, you will be part of a complex global matrix structure to deliver Elanco's people strategy. In this role, you'll be responsible for stabilizing the workforce, fostering engagement, and navigating the complexities of a unionized, blue-collar, shift-pattern environment.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support the reintegration of the site into Elanco's global HR framework, ensuring alignment of policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Lead initiatives that enhance the employee experience while leveraging wider Elanco resources for talent development.
• Build meaningful relationships with union stakeholders (Unite and Usdaw) and manage negotiations effectively.
• Transition HR services to global service centers and support the integration of Workday from legacy systems.
• Drive efficiencies through multiskilling programs and optimize workforce costs while maintaining high engagement and productivity.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience
• Experience: Proven track record of HR leadership in unionized manufacturing environments
• Strong stakeholder management skills and analytical data insight capabilities

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience navigating complex global matrix structures
• Proven ability to challenge the status quo and influence senior-level stakeholders
• Directive yet empathetic leadership style with professional gravitas
• Experience with HRIS migrations, specifically transitioning from ADP to Workday

Additional Information:

Location: Speke, UK - Hybrid Work Environment

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