Sr. Director, Human Resources

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on an organization’s culture, talent, and future? We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Senior HR Director to join our team.  Based in Chicago, this is a unique opportunity to drive strategic HR initiatives, foster organizational growth, and champion employee experience at every level for two of our growing business units, Trax, and Component Services.

As the Senior HR Director, you will serve as a critical business partner to the executive leadership of Component Services and Trax, shaping the company’s people strategy and building a thriving workplace. You’ll bring both robust expertise and creative vision to all HR functions, leading with energy, integrity, and a results-focused mindset. If you’re passionate about empowering teams and delivering best-in-class HR solutions, this is your moment to shine.

What you will be responsible for: 

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational success. Provide vision and direction for all HR functions, including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, benefits, learning & development, and employee engagement.
• People Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing HR team of six (6). Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. 
• Talent Acquisition & Retention: Oversee sourcing, selection, and onboarding of top-tier talent. Implement strategies to enhance employee retention and reduce turnover. Build strong pipelines for future leadership and critical roles.
• Performance & Development: Design and manage robust performance evaluation systems. Create impactful learning and development programs that nurture professional growth and support succession planning. Champion a culture of feedback, recognition, and accountability.
• Culture & Engagement: Cultivate an engaging workplace culture that embodies company values and inspires employees to excel. Lead initiatives to enhance employee morale, well-being, and satisfaction.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are compliant with all federal, state, and local regulations. Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Organizational Change: Drive change management initiatives in partnership with senior leadership. Support business transformations, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring efforts to facilitate smooth transitions and positive outcomes.
• Data-Driven Insights:  Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform decision-making. Prepare reports and presentations for the executive team, highlighting opportunities for improvement and celebrating successes.
   

What you need to be successful in this role: 

•    Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or advanced credentials preferred.
•    10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role.
•    Demonstrated success in designing and implementing strategic HR programs for large, complex organizations.
•    Strong understanding global employment law, and industry HR trends.
•    Experience leading organizational change, mergers, acquisitions, or transformation projects.
•    Exceptional communication, coaching, and negotiation skills.
•    Proficiency in HRIS and analytics tools; strong data-driven decision-making abilities.
•    Ability to travel for collaboration and business