Director Human Resources

Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Job Summary

As the HR Director for Caterpillar's Strategic Procurement & Planning Division (SPPD), you will deliver people-focused strategies to cultivate our growth culture and promote business success. This position oversees a team responsible for delivering global communications, HR services, talent management, and change management assistance across various sites within the division and procurement function. 

The Strategic Procurement & Planning Division (SPPD) has evolved as an end-to-end, synchronized organization, developing and deploying tools necessary to achieve operational excellence. With a mission to connect the physical and digital worlds of Caterpillar’s supply value chain to maximize our competitive advantage, SPPD is transforming the way we do business.  Our culture is anchored in people and safety, customer focus and growth mindset. Join us as we create the future for our customers, our business, and our next generation of talent to build a better, more sustainable world.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Align HR policies and programs to promote employee engagement, retention, and   performance.
• Serve as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including but not limited to performance management, talent sourcing, succession management, skills development, compensation, and benefits.
• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.
• Lead a global team to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR.
• Lead, support, and influence the design and change management approach of large-scale talent-focused change efforts impacting highly matrixed lines of business.

Top Candidates Have:

• Business Acumen: Comprehensive understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes necessary for sound decision-making within the company's context.
• Global Perspective: Insight into international market issues, opportunities, and challenges with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively.
• Decision-Making and Critical Thinking: Expertise in analyzing situations accurately and making informed, productive decisions.
• Influence: Proficiency in effective influencing tactics to impact decisions within and beyond the organization.
• Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills to coordinate activities and communicate effectively with stakeholders to support organizational strategies.
• Leadership: Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire others and achieve objectives while maintaining a long-term strategic perspective.
• Talent Management: Deep understanding of talent attraction, recruitment, retention, and development to achieve organizational goals.

Other:

This role is based in Dallas, TX. Relocation assistance is provided. Up to 15% travel.

Employee benefit details:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/socialmedia

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Posting Dates:

September 6, 2024 - September 20, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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