Senior Director Human Resources - WuXi AppTec

Founded in 2000, WuXi AppTec is the leading global pharmaceutical, medical device open-access capability and technology platform company with more than 36,000 employees globally. Our platform enables more than 5,800 innovative collaborators from more than 30 countries to bring innovative healthcare products to patients, and to fulfill WuXi AppTec's dream that “every drug can be made and every disease can be treated.”

The Sr. Director, HR Business Partner will provide a broad range of Human Resources expertise to support the achievement of business objectives of the WuXi AppTec. Acting as a partner to Senior Management, the incumbent will work closely with executives and other leaders to plan and execute strategic and tactical HR initiatives that are aligned with corporate and business unit goals. This position will report directly to the VP of Human Resources.

 Responsible to look at ATU from a high level and working with SVP on high level organization design
 Responsible for Talen Management within the Sr Leadership Team and the ATU Business Unit
 Close working relationship with Sr. Leadership of ATU. Mediates & resolves conflicts among SR Leadership Team as needed
 Responsible for HR component of US & international M&A for ATU
 Work with other ATU geographies, and help coordinate and assess organization design globally 
 Develops & monitors departmental budget for ATU Business Unit
 Forecast needs for staffing/training/equipment/materials/supplies, prepares & presents to Sr Leadership Team, US & China as appropriate
 Provides leadership & works with Sr Leadership Team to develop & retain highly competent staff through selection, comp & management practices
 Prepares & presents staff reports & other necessary correspondence, prepares & presents oral & written reports to Sr Leadership Team and China Global
Headquarters
 Provide leadership, direction & development to ATU HR departments
 In collaboration with the SR VP oversee the develop, implementation & monitoring of the strategic action plan for ATU Business Units
 Directs a process of organizational planning & development that evaluates structure, job design & human capital forecasting for ATU Business Units
 Collaborates with US VP HR on Benefits, Recruiting, HRIS, Payroll to support & implement efficient & effective processes for HR delivery systems at ATU locations
 Conducts effective meetings on high-impact, critical issues with Sr Leadership Team

 Focuses on the overall change impacts regarding key business issues; takes full responsibility for HR results, keeping stakeholders properly informed of status,
issues & potential problems
 Clarifies & handles multiple concurrent and diverse activities
 Develops personnel management strategies for the SR Leadership Team to support ATU organizational business objectives and to increase accountability
 Serve as a member of the Sr Leadership Team to drive US & ATU HR objectives and to provide advice and counsel to focus on creating innovative HR solutions
that support the business strategy
 Accomplishes staff results by communicating updated organizational information, job expectations & supporting their work
 Plans, monitors, and appraises direct reports including performance competencies, goals & job results
 Coaches, counsels, and conducts disciplinary actions
 Develops, coordinates, and follows organizational

Qualifications & Experience:

 HS Diploma or equivalent required and
 10+ years relevant experience and min 5 years Managing people
 Bachelors’ degree preferred, or combination of relevant Experience & Education

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

 Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws pertaining to personnel administration
and various compensation and benefit plans and practices.
 Demonstrated success in employee relations, and performance management
 Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
 Need to be able to read, write and understand English
 Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)
 Travel is required 10% , Domestic/International, Daily / Overnight

Physical Requirements:

 Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.
 Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
 Must be able to work in Lab setting with Biohazards /various Chemicals
 Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
 Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
 Clarity of Vision
 Ability to identify and distinguish colors
 Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
 Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs / Scaffolding

Our Values:

Integrity & Dedication, Working Together & Sharing Success; Do the Right Thing & Do it Right.  Our greatest asset is our people, WuXi is dedicated to providing opportunities for internal growth with direct access to a dedicated and accessible Human Resources team.

WuXi AppTec provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.