Job Location: Hershey, PA
Note: This position will need to be the Hershey office 2-3 days a week.
The Hershey Company is transforming our HR model to an integrated, agile team and building scalable, global tools and solutions through data and technology. Our updated model will ensure our resources are aligned with driving business performance. The new Director HR, Transformation and Agile is a strategic leader responsible for driving and overseeing the transformational efforts related to the Company's most valuable assets, our people and How We Work (HWW). The primary focus will be to program manage the design and implementation of innovative HR strategies, processes, and technologies to enhance the overall efficiency, effectiveness, and employee experience of the organization. The Director HR will collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior executives, and external partners to develop and execute transformative initiatives that align with Leading Snacking Powerhouse (LSP). This role requires a deep understanding of HR practices notably workforce planning, change management expertise, and the ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.
The Director HR, Transformation & Agile will lead the agile team resources as they are deployed against the most strategic business initiatives prioritized annually. They will develop the required skills across the team to deploy effective Change, OD, Data Management, Talent & Workforce planning solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- HR Transformation Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive HR transformation strategy that aligns with the company's LSP aspiration and developing the required transformation capabilities within HR.
- Workforce Planning: Lead the operational execution of annual and optimization workforce planning to enable planning and budgeting required to deliver an organization with the right skills, at the right cost
- Change Management: Champion a culture of change and innovation by effectively communicating the vision for HR HWW transformation, engaging stakeholders at all levels, and supporting employees through the change journey.
- Organizational Design: Collaborate with HR strategic business and talent partners and other leaders to assess and optimize the organizational structure, ensuring it is agile, scalable, and aligned with business and HWW strategic objectives.
- Data Analytics and Insights: Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends, make data-driven decisions, and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Proven experience in HR leadership roles with a focus on work prioritization and continuous improvement.
Strong understanding of Organizational Design, Workforce Planning, Change Management & Leadership Development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Analytical mindset, with the ability to leverage data to inform HR strategies and decisions.
Demonstrated experience in leading change management initiatives and driving organizational transformation.
A passion for creating a positive and inclusive work culture that values innovation and adaptability.
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Nearest Major Market: Harrisburg
What We Do
For more than 125 years, The Hershey Company has made moments of goodness for people around the world with our iconic, beloved brands. Today we are a global snacking powerhouse with more than 90 brands and nearly $10 billion in annual revenues. We make things people love with people we’re proud to be with and hold a company-wide commitment to care for our people, our communities and helping children succeed.
Our vision is to be a leading snacking powerhouse, offering a range of indulgent to better-for-you products in occasions throughout the day for people to enjoy. Our iconic brands include Hershey's, Reese's, Hershey's Kisses, Jolly Rancher, as well as a broader range of delicious snacks like SkinnyPop, Pirate’s Booty and Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels, and better-for-you options, such as Lily’s.
Why Work With Us
Hershey’s reputation for great-tasting snacks creates a unique place in people’s hearts. Living our values of togetherness, integrity, making a difference and excellence make us a special place to work, no matter where you live around the world.
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