HR Manager, Motion and Energy

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Job Summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

HR Manager, Motion and Energy

The HR Manager for the Motion and Energy (MOEN) Business Unit will oversee and drive HR processes, policies, and strategic initiatives to support business objectives. This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented HR professional who can partner with leaders, drive organizational effectiveness, and ensure HR standardization across the U.S. footprint.

Key Responsibilities

HR Strategy & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary HR partner for the Motion and Energy Business Unit, supporting HR processes across sub-business units as needed.
• Remotely support HR functions for global functional staff within the organization.
• Align HR strategies with business objectives to ensure effective workforce planning, staffing models, and organizational structure optimization.
• Guide leaders on talent management, succession planning, performance management, and pay-for-performance to enhance managerial effectiveness.
• Act as a change management leader, equipping managers to navigate and drive organizational change successfully.

HR Operations & Process Optimization

• Drive standardization and efficiency in HR policies, processes, and best practices across the U.S. footprint.
• Ensure the Workday HR system accurately reflects organizational structure changes, working closely with business leaders.
• Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality while managing employee records and HR systems.
• Support organization development activities for the executive population, ensuring alignment with leadership development initiatives.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver training materials for managers on HR processes, organizational development, and Workday system training.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by engaging internal partners to address systemic HR opportunities.

Special Projects & Initiatives

• Lead and/or participate in HR projects and initiatives as assigned to drive strategic HR impact.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a global organization.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a team-oriented and matrixed environment.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency in Workday and Microsoft applications is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure data accuracy in handling employee information.
• Proactive, ownership-driven mindset, demonstrating initiative in HR leadership.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.