in the development of workforce solutions that drive alignment with the broader location and/or region’s goals. Leads the execution of human resources initiatives for multiple locations and/or functions, regionally or globally. Partners with facility HR teams and HR Shared Services to ensure resolution of employee concerns and problems with goal of future problem prevention consistent with government laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, human resources policies and procedures Oversees and/or completes generalist duties to advise Leaders on both strategic and tactical plans which may include: conduct internal investigations, facilitate workforce reductions and/or terminations
and grievance administration; participate in contract negotiations with appropriate HR/Leadership of the locations and/or regions Delivers written communications and presentations to communicate concepts related to one or more functional HR areas for diverse audiences of managers and employees; develops and conducts training and presentations Leads and manages workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding and training efforts for leaders, managers salaried (exempt and nonexempt) and production/hourly, employees, students and temporary employees Drives effective performance management by assisting employees and managers with performance management processes including leading calibration, merit planning
and other incentive programs Collaborates within Human Resources to develop, document and recommend continuous improvement of HR processes, procedures or programs to deliver innovative solutions Directs the work of groups of employees (leads through managers) and performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: recruitment, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget Performs other duties as assigned Job Skills Requirements Extensive knowledge of principles & practices of HR, HR regulations and compliance for assigned locations and/or regions Demonstrated skills in employee relations w/ strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and use sound judgment in decision making; demonstrated ability to partner and influence at all levels in the business and to be viewed as a credible, valuable source of information and integral part of management team Strong organization and time management/project management skills necessary to prioritize and oversee projects or teams with multiple assignments and to meet deadlines; ability to react quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment Strong communication skills to facilitate work with diverse groups of employees Foundational experience in building and/or delivering change management and organization development plans Solid computer skills; understanding of all interfaces impacting HR function administration Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location Education Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field, or equivalent education and experience Experience Requirements Minimum ten years related professional, progressive experience in human resources setting, supply chain or manufacturing preferred, including a minimum of five years of leadership and management experience in a large, complex global organization Physical & Environmental Requirements Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done.
Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, Simpli Phi®, Branco® and Victa® brands.
Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents. Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, interaction, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, interactionual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.
Job Responsibilities Identifies IT solutions required to support the business strategy across multiple business areas and leads a team in the development of appropriate information management strategies, developing them as an integrated part of the business strategy Identifies current and emerging business needs and evaluates alternative IT solutions using standard information systems methodologies and best practices.
Proactively seeks out strategic business opportunities for the application of new or existing IT capabilities (across multiple business areas) with key business leaders and executives providing key opinion, comprehensive strategic analyses and insights to help them discover
strategic uses of IT products and services Builds and maintains strong relationships with business partners to educate on IT service offerings; facilitating the development of project charters and budgets, business cases and prioritization and approval of the projects; defines, develops and secures new services to support business needs including the creation of RFPs and SOWs as necessary; participates in business partner strategic planning and incorporates needs into the IT strategic plan Partners with business leaders to understand specific business processes, business drivers and business strategy across multiple business units and provides recommendations for business process improvements
through available technologies and capabilities Brokers services within IT to coordinate portfolio of solutions and identify interdependencies; keeps business management current on project status while keeping IT managers aware of user issues and resolves conflicts Leads and coaches cross-functional project teams to meet the expectations of the organization through project delivery, support and customer service; builds a business analyst team focused on delivering high quality solutions; fosters a culture of teamwork; Performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; selecting and managing service providers; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA, performance management, department budget Performs other duties as assigned Job Skills Requirements Strong communication skills with key stakeholders at leadership levels of the organization Strong ability to balance competing requirements and interests in multiple IT and business areas to keep team focused on top priorities, and find ways to achieve win-win or obtain acceptance/consensus for best compromise Proven ability to proactively identify improvement opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and initiate change Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams consisting of IT and Business members Excellent understanding of business complexity and project interdependencies Excellent facilitation, collaboration, negotiation, and presentation skills Proficient understanding of software development lifecycles (i.
e. Agile, SCRUM, Waterfall, Iterative) Excellent ability to create compelling business cases with accurate cost and effort estimations Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location Education Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, or equivalent education and experience Experience Requirements Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of project management experience.
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of IT and business work experience with broad exposure to various technical environments and business segments. Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic planning, business development or client management, working with a broad range of diverse and complicated business units. Typically requires a minimum of 3 years management experience, preferred.
Certifications Preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) PMI certification or equivalent Lean Six Sigma Green-Belt Six Sigma Black-Belt Certified Business Relationship Management (CBRM) Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, Simpli Phi®, Branco® and Victa® brands.
Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents. Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, interaction, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, interactionual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.
