Rainier Recruiting has partnered with a a large manufacturing company to find their next Chief People Officer. This position will start as a Vice President and have a path for growth to the C-Suite. This position serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for leading the global HR strategy in alignment with the organization’s overall business objectives. This executive-level role focuses on key areas such as leadership development, talent management, organizational design, change management, training, performance management, and compensation. The HR leader partners closely with senior leadership to shape and implement human capital strategies that support the long-term goals of the organization.

Passive candidates who are employed and curious to hear are more than welcome to have a “no-commitment” conversation with our Recruiting team about why this could be an exciting career opportunity. 

Compensation: $250,000 base salary plus bonus, $300,000 OTE (offers are negotiable)

Location: 100% onsite in either Kirkland, WA or Phoenix, AZ with occasional opportunities to work-from-home and travel to other locations.

What this company offer you:

• Competitive compensation package with high bonus potential
• 100% company paid health insurance for all employees
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible PTO options
• 401(k) investment retirement account access
• The ability to shape the future of a large regional operation
• Opportunity to grow into more senior level roles with the company as we grow

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the organization’s mission and long-term vision.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Design and implement comprehensive talent acquisition and retention strategies that support business growth.
• Establish and manage succession planning and leadership development programs in collaboration with executive stakeholders.
• Oversee global HR functions including talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, compensation and benefits, and employee experience.
• Lead the development and maintenance of competitive, equitable, and cost-effective compensation and benefits programs.
• Utilize workforce analytics to inform decisions and provide insights to leadership teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture through continuous learning, collaboration, and accountability.
• Maintain a strong understanding of employment laws and ensure HR compliance across all regions.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally to support HR functions and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; business or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role and at least 2 years managing international HR functions.
• Experience in multi-site and multi-state operations; background in manufacturing or retail environments is advantageous.
• Previous experience as the top HR leader in an organization with 500+ employees preferred.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP) is preferred.
• Familiarity with government contractor regulations is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated success leading HR in complex, distributed organizations.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with experience leveraging HR data for decision-making.
• Commitment to servant leadership and a people-first culture.
• Deep knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with HRIS platforms (knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and timekeeping systems is a plus)

Who is Rainier Recruiting? 

Rainier Recruiting is a boutique, award winning national staffing agency and executive search firm. Using an approach that “treats every candidate like an executive search”, we offer positions in contract-to-hire, Full-Time, and executive search. Named the #1 Best Workplace in Washington State in 2022, recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm, and identified as a top recruitment firm by multiple business journals, Rainier Recruiting is fast becoming a respected company. We are no longer the “best recruiters you have never heard of”. Rainier Recruiting is also proud to share our clients have a 93% repeat business rate. Rainier Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of every organization that we partner with.