Job Summary:
This Director level role will lead the HR Operations team globally, serving our field services organization. This includes the development and delivery of regional hubs executing core HR transactions. In addition, this leader is instrumental in identifying process improvements to enhance the overall employee experience and HR service delivery, utilizing various tools, including SAP Success Factors and the ServiceNow HRSD suite of solutions. This leader shall process own HR analytics and metrics for global field services also.
The role will report to Clare Rowland starting 1/1/25.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead a global team of 25 HR operations team members, with strong front line execution, strategic alignment, and positive Vernova Way aligned culture
Partner with executive leadership team, and global HR leadership, to refine and execute the HR Operations strategy and vision for highly unique, field workforce.
Drive the execution of the employee experience processes and tools aligned with key stakeholders including executive leadership, employees, and cross functional partners
Maintain an integrated roadmap for digital initiatives, in close collaboration with IT, that enable the HR and employee systems and process landscape
Manage and support the delivery and implementation of projects across a range of focus areas including statutory changes and requirements, expansion into new and existing locations, and HR/HRO initiatives (e.g., Employee Service Center, cross CoE solutions, systems testing, etc).
Partner globally across business groups and regions, building cross cultural relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the business.
With a Lean mindset, drive continuous improvement in core HR processes and tools, and standardization of processes with SOPs and automation
Partner with field workforce planning team on short term and long-term workforce forecasting and planning
Process own the HR Bowler for the business, with core HR metrics fulfillment, progress, and tracking.
Serve as a thought leader on future of work, HR ops and analytics, service delivery and other topics.
Serve as a core partner with our Kaizen promotion office on standard work, kaizens, and other initiatives in HR.
Help shape the future of HR in the business, including headcount optimization and productivity, simplification and improvements in service delivery.
Support Gas Power HR Operations Leader and OFS HR team on critical employee experience, change management, and communications initiatives, both for all employee communications and HR org only communications
Partner with other HR CoEs and functional teams to identify, prioritize and develop opportunities for continuous improvement
Partner with HR Programs and Compliance team on salient global policies, include policy updates, communication, and roll out where needed
Collaborate with HR CoEs including Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition and others for process improvement opportunities
Manage multiple initiatives at once, including project tasks, budget, and timeline.
Ensure an effective change management strategy is created for all HR Operations and Employee Experience programs
Travel may be required
May be assigned other duties to help proactively drive HR Operations organizational purpose, in line with the GE Vernova Way.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, Mathematics, Engineering, Human Resources, Psychology, Sociology, or other related field
Significant experience in Operations, Lean, Services, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, Organization Development, or related field required.
Experience with leading and developing multi-discipline teams, preferably with international reach across multiple service types
English proficiency required
Desired Characteristics:
Master’s Degree
Demonstrated global leadership skills and ability to drive change, continuous improvement, and culture
Extensive project management, planning, and analytical skills
Strong team building skills. Ability to build relationships, trust, and interface effectively across multiple organizations and businesses
Experience with ServiceNow HRSD solutions
Experience leading and managing global change management, and scaled projects.
Strong communications and presentation skills.
High energy self-starter. Strong attention to detail. Strong problem-solving skills
Constant learner in a fast paced and changing environment.
Vendor selection and relationship development experience
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong business acumen and executive presence
Knowledge of the power generation industry or similar operations and services business models
Ability to work in a matrix environment, influence and motivate diverse teams to achieve a unified goal
Multi-lingual language capabilities
Lean or six sigma certified
If contracted in the US:The base pay range for this position is $141,200.00 - 200,000.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This posting is expected to close on 9/12/24.*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.