Director, Human Resources - Business & People Partner

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

Join Western Digital’s People Solutions team as a Director, Business & People Partner (BPP), providing strategic partnership to senior leaders in engineering and technology focused business units. In this highly visible and global role, you will lead a talented team of Business & People Partners to drive strategic initiatives that result in business value and impact. As a trusted advisor and consultant to senior leaders, you will help define a world class people strategy and plans that deliver sustained impact in attracting, engaging and developing our workforce.

This is an exciting time to join Western Digital!  If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, where you can make an impact in shaping people initiatives, programs, and processes, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner to one or more senior executives.
• Actively engage business leaders to plan and execute effective business strategies that align with global people solutions priorities and drive business results.
• Leverage deep understanding of the business to translate and drive clear business-focused talent, engagement and organizational strategies that achieve business outcomes, using data to drive insights and actions.
• Drive the BU talent agenda and provides leadership on talent management, including assessing, developing, coaching and rewarding global talent.
• Forge strong partnerships with teams across the People Solutions ecosystem, including COE and other partners to identify and deliver fit for purpose solutions.
• Facilitate change management initiatives with a focus on culture, inclusion, leadership capabilities and engagement.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with Master's degree or relevant certification preferred
• 10-12+ years of experience in Human Resources or relevant experience with at least 4-6 years leading/managing teams.
• Demonstrates an inclusive leadership style with an emphasis on results and developing high performing team members.
• Experience working and navigating matrixed and global teams – experience in working with teams in India, Israel and Asia are a plus.
• Demonstrated success in developing cutting edge global strategy and driving process improvements in a global workplace.
• Experience leading transformation and change initiatives.
• Proven track record of influencing, leading and facilitating large scale strategic initiatives with multiple senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills, including strong presentation skills, across levels, with an ability to persuade and influence, and the ability to build alignment, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Goal-oriented, proactive, accountable and passionate about driving results.
• Strong team leadership expertise in coaching and developing others toward future professional growth and learning.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• An agile and continuous learner with personal resilience and an ability to deal with ambiguity.

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy