Senior Director, Human Resources

 

Logistics at full potential. 

 

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

 

As the Senior Director, HR, you will serve as the global HR leader for key corporate functions, acting as a trusted advisor to executive leadership within these headquarters’ teams.  This role is accountable for defining and executing people’s strategy, driving organizational transformation, and delivering world-class HR solutions across assigned global functions.  You will partner closely with regional HR leaders to ensure seamless implementation of initiatives and a consistent employe experience worldwide.  Additionally, you will serve as the primary strategic HR contact for U.S. based corporate leaders, providing expertise in organization design, organizational effectiveness, transformation and talent management

 

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Serve as the global HRBP for the assigned client group, owning the end-to-end people strategy and delivery for these functions.
  • Act as the primary HR advisor to global sub-functional leadership teams, influencing business decisions and shaping organizational culture.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously evolve HR strategies that align with both global and local business objectives.
  • Partner with the VP, HR for Corporate Global Functions to translate functional strategies into people and culture plans.
  • Lead strategic workforce planning, succession management, and capability development initiatives for assigned functions.
  • Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations, organizational design, transformation, and change management initiatives.
  • Lead major global transformation projects (e.g., offshoring, restructuring, digitalization) and design change management strategies.
  • Drive HR metrics and analytics, using data-driven insights to inform strategy and measure impact.
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with regional HR partners to ensure consistent deployment of HR programs and policies.
  • Act as a coach and mentor to HRBPs and business leaders, fostering leadership capability and talent development.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work/military experience
  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification
  • 7+ years of relevant HR experience, including corporate/global HR experience
  • Extensive labor relations experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS tools; ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
  • Availability to work a flexible schedule including planned and unplanned overtime; occasional travel

It’d be great if you also have:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized, and thorough information
  • Ability to develop insightful, value-added, and actionable analyses with detailed explanations regarding drivers of results

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

 

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.


GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

 

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.