Area Human Resources Manager - Decatur, IL

Job Description

Area Human Resources Manager – Oilseeds
Full-Time, Exempt Position

About the Role
This regional role is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of manufacturing locations with 500+ colleagues. As the Area Human Resources (HR) Manager, you will be a key strategic partner to the leaders and teams across our Oilseeds sites in North America, driving vital human capital initiatives that enhance our business performance and colleague engagement.
Working directly with plant managers and leadership teams, you’ll take a proactive approach to addressing HR challenges, championing colleague development, and fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture. This role plays a pivotal part in aligning HR strategy with business needs and implementing plans that help our facilities succeed.

Travel Requirements

• This role requires travel to certain ADM sites in MN, ND, OH and SC and will entail domestic day and overnight trips, approximately 50% of the time.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a dynamic HR leader who thrives in a dynamic, ever-evolving setting and enjoys making a tangible impact. If you’re passionate about people, committed to excellence, and ready to lead the charge on HR initiatives, this is the role for you.

Here’s what will make you successful:

• Strategic Influence: You excel at building trust and rapport with plant leadership, using your expertise to guide HR decisions that drive business results.
• Hands-On Approach: You’re comfortable working in a manufacturing/distribution/warehouse environment and are ready to roll up your sleeves to address the challenges associated with these settings.
• Commitment to Core Values: You embody ADM’s Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Resourcefulness, Teamwork, and Responsibility, making them integral to your interactions across all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: You understand that every facility has unique needs, and you can quicky adjust to changing circumstances. You show resilience and composure when handling unexpected issues or conflicts and can navigate different types of workplace cultures and environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partner: Develop and maintain strong relationships with plant leadership to influence effective HR processes, advise on best practices, and support business objectives.
• Colleague Engagement & Development: Champion employee relations, training, and organizational effectiveness to foster a culture of growth and engagement.
• Safety Advocate: Actively promote and support all safety-related policies, ensuring colleagues are engaged and committed to a safe working environment.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Lead hiring efforts by interviewing, screening, and selecting candidates, and conducting new hire orientations. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to streamline recruitment efforts.
• Workforce Planning: Develop strategies to build current and future bench strength, ensuring smooth succession planning and knowledge transfer.
• Policy & Compliance: Enhance understanding and consistent application of ADM policies and procedures through training, coaching, and clear communication. Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and standards.
• Performance Management: Support and guide the performance management process, including appraisals, feedback, and career development. Address performance issues with professionalism and care.
• Labor Relations: Partner with Labor Relations to manage the labor grievance process, representing ADM’s interests while fostering positive employee relations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience across multiple disciplines (e.g., workforce planning, talent acquisition, career development).
• Proven leadership capability, with or without direct report responsibility, in cross-functional team settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience managing HR across multiple locations, including remote teams.
• 1+ year of leadership experience, leading cross-functional teams with exempt and non-exempt staff in union and non-union environments.
• Proven track record of developing and facilitating training programs.
• Experience as a strategic business partner within a manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse setting.
• Relevant HR certifications (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP).

Key Personal Characteristics

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