Sr. Manager Human Resources

Gateway Search Associates

Reading, Pennsylvania
25 days ago

Highlights

You will transition from tactical oversight to strategic architecture, leveraging AI and operational excellence tools to redefine the employee experience for a diverse salaried and production workforce. Business Advisor : Coach executive leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, and high-stakes employee relations.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Reading, Pennsylvania
Website	www.gatewaysearch.com

Description

Our client is seeking a transformative HR Executive to serve as the primary strategic partner to the CHRO and site leadership. This is a high-visibility mandate to overhaul and modernize the HR function across two critical industrial sites. You will transition from tactical oversight to strategic architecture, leveraging AI and operational excellence tools to redefine the employee experience for a diverse salaried and production workforce.

Core Mission

Strategic Architect: Conduct a 90-day functional assessment to design and deploy a "best-in-class" HR roadmap.
Culture Catalyst: Lead large-scale change management and continuous improvement efforts to drive elite levels of engagement.
Business Advisor: Coach executive leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, and high-stakes employee relations.
Operational Excellence: Use data-driven KPIs and emerging technology (AI) to optimize HR delivery and performance.
Talent Mentor: Directly manage and develop a team of HR Business Partners to ensure a high-performing internal pipeline.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s/MBA highly preferred.
Experience: 10+ years in HR with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership or HRBP Manager role.
Expertise: Mastery of employee relations, strategic staffing, compensation, and labor relations principles.
Mindset: A "hands-on" leader comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving cultural shifts in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with executive-tier benefits.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
401k with significant company contributions.
A culture committed to professional growth and technological innovation.