What You will Do : Leadership & People Strategy Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO, President, and Executive Leadership Team on all people, culture, and organizational matters Translate business strategy into people priorities, ensuring HR programs and initiatives enable growth and innovation Lead, develop, and inspire the HR team to deliver consistent, high-quality programs across all locations and business units Culture & Employee Engagement Champion and steward the unique culture and values of John Paul Mitchell Systems across every employee touchpoint Lead Company-wide programs that recognize, celebrate, and reinforce behaviors that define the JPMS culture Partner with executive leaders to model and reinforce values-based leadership at every level of the organization Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning/Organization Design Set the enterprise talent acquisition strategy across corporate, distribution center, field, and international populations Partner with executive leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning Oversee the employer brand and the candidate experience across all hiring channels and locations Ensure recruiting practices remain compliant with federal, state, local, and international employment law Talent Management, Performance & Development Lead the design and execution of performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning Drive a culture of ongoing feedback, coaching, and career development Partner with executive leaders on the identification, development, and progression of high-potential talent Oversee learning and development strategy aligned with current and future capability needs Total Rewards: Compensation & Benefits Set the total rewards philosophy and strategy, ensuring competitive, equitable, and fiscally responsible compensation and benefits programs Provide oversight of the Senior Manager, Employee Benefits & Risk Management and the Payroll Manager through dotted-line partnerships, ensuring aligned, accurate, and compliant delivery of pay and benefits Lead annual compensation planning and salary structure design in partnership with the President and CFO Oversee and contribute to the design, governance, and compliance of the Company’s health, welfare, and retirement programs Employee Relations & Compliance Co-lead the Company’s approach to employee relations, partnering with the HR team and legal counsel on complex matters Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and international employment laws across the Company’s operating geographies Oversee HR policies, the employee handbook, and other resources, keeping content current with changing laws and business needs HR Operations, Systems & Analytics Provide oversight of HR systems (“HRIS”), processes, and data integrity across the employee lifecycle Drive process improvement and operational excellence across the HR function Build the people analytics capability to inform executive decision-making with workforce data and insight International Workforce Partner with EMIA & APAC leadership on international HR matters, including expansion, Employer of Record relationships, and cross-border talent strategy Ensure consistent application of JPMS culture, values, and talent practices across international operations Miscellaneous Support projects and other duties as assigned within scope of the role Requirements: Required Qualifications: Skills: Strategic HR leadership experience with the ability to set vision and operationalize people strategy Proven track record of building and leading a high-performing HR team, elevating the function as a strategic business partner Exceptional executive presence with the ability to influence, advise, and partner with a range of stakeholders Servant-leader mindset, aligned with the Company’s culture and values Deep expertise across all HR disciplines, including talent acquisition, talent management, total rewards, employee relations, learning & development, HRIS, and compliance Ability to work with AI to increase efficiency and quality of HR function Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to translate business strategy into people priorities Exceptional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive, complex, and confidential matters Strong understanding of US and multi-state employment law, and familiarity with international employment practices Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills across all levels of the organization Strong analytical capability, with the ability to use data to inform executive decision-making Proficiency with human resources information systems (HRIS), Microsoft Office Suite (specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and AI, preferably Claude Education: High school diploma or GED required Experience: 15 years in progressive HR leadership experience, including 8 years leading the HR function for a multi-site, multi-state organization 8 years leading HR teams within an organization Preferred Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or other related fields strongly preferred Master’s degree (MBA, MSHR, MILR, or similar) preferred SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or GPHR certification preferred Experience: Prior HR leadership experience in consumer products or beauty industries with distribution functions Experience supporting international workforces through Employer of Record relationships Prior experience in a family-owned or founder-led company Experience with Paylocity HRIS a plus We are eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways - not just candidates who check all the boxes. 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