ABOUT US
For more than 80 years, Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC) has been leading the HVAC, Industrial and Refrigeration industries in developing and implementing customized cooling solutions that not only provide substantial energy savings for customers but conserve the most precious resources on the planet. Wherever people live, work, play or learn, Baltimore Aircoil Company is there. BAC makes custom-specific evaporative cooling solutions to maximize energy efficiency for HVAC, Industrial, and Refrigeration marketplaces.
POSITION PURPOSE
We are seeking a bold, forward-thinking leader to transform how our organization leverages Human Resources technology to accelerate business performance and elevate the employee experience.
This role is responsible for defining and executing a modern, global People Technology strategy that moves us from basic HRIS support to a scalable, data-driven, and AI-enabled ecosystem. The leader will own the roadmap for HR technology, lead transformation initiatives, and serve as the primary bridge between HR, IT, and business stakeholders.
This is a player-coach role — ideal for a leader who can set strategy while also rolling up their sleeves to drive execution, solve problems, and build capability.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategy & Transformation
- Define and lead the multi-year People Technology vision and roadmap aligned to business and talent strategy
- Implement BAC People Strategy initiatives linked to technology deployment
- Drive end-to-end modernization of HR technology, processes, and data architecture
- Identify opportunities to leverage automation, AI, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and insights
- Shift HR technology from reactive support to proactive, value-creating solutions
- Evaluate current systems and lead rationalization, upgrades, or replacements as needed
Technology Ownership
- Own the portfolio of people-related technologies (HRIS, talent systems, workforce tools, etc.)
- Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and integrated with enterprise platforms
- Oversee system configuration, enhancements, and lifecycle management
- Establish strong governance, data integrity, and reporting standards
Partnership & Alignment
- Partner closely with IT/Business Systems to ensure architectural alignment and integration
- Act as the primary liaison between HR, IT, Finance, and vendors on people technology initiatives
- Translate business and talent needs into technology solutions
- Influence stakeholders to adopt new tools and ways of working
Execution & Delivery
- Lead HR tech projects from concept through implementation and adoption
- Prioritize initiatives based on business impact and ROI
- Manage vendors and external partners effectively
- Ensure strong project discipline, timelines, and outcomes
Change Management & Adoption
- Drive adoption of new systems and digital ways of working
- Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Partner with communications leaders to develop communication and training strategies to enable change
Team Leadership
- Provide guidance and direction to HRIS and people technology resources
- Develop internal capability and future talent in HR technology
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- 10+years of technical leadership experience with HCM and ERP solutions, preferred Workday, UKG, SAP, Oracle, and other SaaS solutions across HR, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Risk.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Information Systems, or related field
- Preferred — Advanced degree (MBA, Learning Sciences)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate strategy to global team members
- Ability to influence others in the organization with no direct reporting relationship
- Demonstrated experience in global matrix organizations
- Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite experience (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Model behaviors that are consistent with BAC’s core values: trust, innovation, courage, and responsibility
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
- Global VP & Head of HR
- Global HR Leadership Team
- Regional HR Team
- Global Manager of Innovation
- Amsted HR Team
- 3rd party consultants
- Technology Vendors
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strategic thinking
- Change leadership
- Analytical and data-driven decision making
- Global competence
- Strong communication and storytelling skills
- Collaboration and stakeholder management
- Problem-solving mindset
- Learning agility and curiosity
COMMUNICATION AND REASONING ABILITY
- Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on to diverse audiences.
TRAVEL:
- Approximately 25%; domestic and international
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Top Skills
What We Do
At BAC, we don’t just build cooling systems, we shape the future of sustainable solutions. With over 85 years of innovation, we lead the HVAC, industrial, and refrigeration industries in delivering evaporative, hybrid, and dry cooling technologies that power the world’s most demanding environments. Global Reach | Sustainable Stewardship | Relentless innovation From data centers to manufacturing plants, our solutions help customers reduce energy use, improve efficiency, and protect the planet. Every day, our 3,000+ employees from our 500+ sales offices and 10 factories globally work side-by-side with partners to deliver smarter, safer, and more sustainable cooling. We’re proud to be part of Amsted Industries, an employee-owned company that thrives on teamwork, integrity, and enterprise. At BAC, we’re inspired by nature and powered by our people. Founded in 1938, BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company) is a global leader in sustainable cooling solutions. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to continually advance truly sustainable cooling, inspired by nature and powered by our people, for a world that depends on it to grow, succeed, and thrive. We serve a wide range of industries, from commercial HVAC and industrial processing to mission-critical data centers, delivering high-performance solutions that balance human and planetary health. Our Values: -- Courage -- Innovation -- Responsibility -- Trust Why Work at BAC? BAC is more than a workplace, it’s a community. We empower our employees to lead, innovate, and grow. Our culture thrives on collaboration, inclusion, and a shared commitment to sustainability. Whether you're in engineering, marketing, operations, or customer service, your work at BAC makes a global impact. At BAC, You Can: -- GROW -- MAKE AN IMPACT -- FEEL VALUED -- BELONG We are: -- Employee-owned through Amsted Industries (US only) -- Globally present with local expertise -- Leaders in sustainability and innovation
