Head of HR- Cement Business

**WELCOME TO VCNA **We are Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA). As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture. With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future. Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

**Summary/Job Scope**:
As the Head of Human Resources for the Cement Business, including Logistics and Terminals, you will assume a pivotal role in formulating and executing HR strategies integral to the overall success of the cement business unit. We seek a results-driven HR leader, distinguished by a proven ability to navigate transformative change across diverse industries. Bringing a proven track record of impactful leadership, this seasoned professional possesses a deep understanding of the distinctive challenges and dynamics inherent in the cement industry.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Oversee the HR teams dedicated to the Cement Business, ensuring the formulation and execution of strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure that HR initiatives significantly contribute to overall business success and growth.
- Provide astute leadership and guidance for the full spectrum of HR functions, implementing policies and programs that align with corporate objectives.
- Serve as a strategic human resources advisor to the North American Executive Team, spearheading projects aligned with strategic business goals.
- Supervise employee relations activities, cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace culture and addressing concerns with promptness and efficacy.
- Manage relationships with unions if applicable, fostering effective communication, collaboration, and participating in negotiations and dispute resolution processes.
- Collaborate with department heads to identify skill gaps and implement bespoke training programs for continuous employee development and facilitate leadership development initiatives to nurture a robust leadership pipeline.
- Oversee performance management processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of continuous feedback and improvement.
- Ensure meticulous compliance with relevant labor laws, regulations, and company policies, providing overarching leadership and guidance for HR functions, initiatives, and policy implementation.
- Collaborate seamlessly with safety and operations teams to instill a robust safety culture and ensure HR practices align rigorously with health and safety regulations.
- Lead HR initiatives pertaining to organizational change, mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring within the cement, logistics, and terminals divisions.

**Additional Requirements**:

- Demonstrate a track record in spearheading successful cultural shifts within organizations, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Exhibit expertise in change management methodologies, demonstrating the ability to lead and facilitate organizational transitions effectively.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing initiatives that drive cultural change, aligning workforce behavior with organizational objectives.
- Capability to assess, develop, and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention during periods of change.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of the cultural nuances specific to the cement industry and the ability to tailor strategies accordingly.
- Proactively identify and address challenges related to change management, employing effective communication and influencing skills to gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels.
- A seasoned strategic planner with a robust set of technical skills, analytical acumen, and discerning judgment, emphasizing a keen focus on relationship building.
- Possesses exemplary organizational prowess and self-directed initiative, demonstrating political acumen and a collaborative team-oriented approach.
- An adept decision-maker with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing a strategic orientation aligned with the specific business needs of the HR domain.

**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**:

- Post-secondary degree in human resources management combined with a professional CHRL designation relevant to the responsibilities of the