United States HR Solutions Manager

The Opportunity: This HR Solutions Manager role offers a unique opportunity to drive strategic HR initiatives across our U.S. operations, implementing innovative HR solutions that advance both our business objectives and employee experience. The role is responsible for HR solutions delivery across all associates within the United States. This scope of responsibility includes policy and process creation and implementation, HR metrics management and communications of insights to inform business actions, collaboration across stakeholders within HR and the business, and significant employee relations management and execution. How you will thrive and create and impact Strategic Leadership & Execution • Inform and execute HRSP strategy aligned with US specific business priorities and visibility across sites and business segments • Partner with global HRBPs and COEs to deliver on business objectives within the region. • Serve as the regional expert across the U.S, supporting diverse associate populations with unique legal and cultural contexts • Provide strategic advice and guidance on HR processes and policies that impact individual business units across the country • Develop strategy for union relationships and labor engagement within the US Employee Relations & Compliance • Implement standardized ER discipline and processes across the country, ensuring consistent practices and compliance. • Lead newly established centralized processes for conflict resolution, grievance handling, and disciplinary actions. • Handle escalated employee relations investigations and ensure timely resolution. • Serve as subject matter expert for United State HR policies and regulations. • Communicate regularly with site HRBPs on new policy implementation and associated change management. Operational Excellence & Special Projects • Lead due diligence and HR integration or divestiture efforts for M&A activity in country as identified • Support special projects and enterprise-wide HR initiatives as needed • Monitor and improve HR service delivery metrics and operational efficiency. • Drive change management initiatives that support business transformation and growth • Design metrics and analytics frameworks to measure program effectiveness and impact • Address complex HR challenges in a fast-paced, evolving environment, particularly within highly regulated industries. • Adapt HR strategies to meet business needs in response to market shifts, changes, and challenges, ensuring long-term alignment with Avantor s goals. What we're looking for • Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred • Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior HR business partner role • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HR strategies, processes, and/or policies in a global context • Proficient in data analytics and tools, including advanced Excel capabilities • Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage ambiguity and navigate complex business challenges. • Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and drive results in matrix organizations • Experience managing complex employee relations issues and organizational changes Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! Pay Transparency: The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $97,500.00 - $156,975.00 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location. EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not d...