HR Director - Supporting Functions

VF Corporation is looking for an exceptional HR Director to partner with our Supporting Functions, Supply Chain, Digital Technology, Finance and more. You will join our HR team based in Stabio, Ticino - CH.

Let’s talk about the role!     

As HR Director, you will partner with senior leaders across Supply Chain, Finance, Digital Technology and other supporting functions to advise on strategic plans and objectives for their departments.

Through this relationship, the HRD, is responsible for determining strategies that are focused on identifying and developing critical business skillsand platforms while enabling associates' career growth in alignment to our global talent strategy.

We expect that you, as HR Director, will deliver unbeatable results whilst fulfilling the following aspects of the business partnering role:

• Builds trust and partnerships with senior business leaders, HR COE’s, HRBPs, People Services and other HRBP’s to ensure alignment across teams and within the business
• Act as the primary HR consultant and confidant to your assigned Enterprise Functional leaders and as part of the EMEA HR Leadership team
• Advise on workforce planning strategies including org design and restructurings, job description development, and compensation planning
• Partners with business leaders to develop and execute both short- and long-term organizational effectiveness strategies
• Lead client groups in all annual people processes such as annual compensation planning, talent reviews, succession planning, culture surveys, and performance
• Lead client group/department-specific projects, cost-saving initiatives, and reinventing programs from an HR lens
• Challenge and guide leaders to have an impact on teams’ culture and engagement
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to secure a diverse external pipeline for critical roles, ensuring a talent plan is in place
• Advise leadership on VF Standard Operating Procedures to ensure fair and equitable application for all VF associates  partnering with employment counsel and employee relations team
• Lead your HR business partnering team effectively, driving their performance and learning.
• Your team includes, in addition, a resource on Organizational Change, to drive change initiatives across functions and teams, and another on Talent Development, which focuses on value-added development, career and performance programs in alignment with the Global team

Skills for Success

You have extended experience (10+ yrs indicative) as an HR professional including solid Business Partnering experience in a leadership role.

We expect you, based on proven experience, to:

• Understand, and, preferably, have direct knowledge of talent development or acquisition, employee relations or compensation
• Have partnering experience with Supply Chain, Digital, Finance and other Enterprise and Technical functions
• Showcase a clear understanding of European policies, customs and practices
• Being at ease across a matrixed organization

We look for other skills and competencies in the following areas:

• Strong communication and listening skills, including influencing at all level
• Attention to detail, as well as the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, execute and follow-up promptly
• Sound judgment and confidence to effectively address sensitive HR issues
• Ability to deliver public presentations to all levels of associates
• Strong team-building mindset and ability to connect with people
• Strong insight into business needs and ability to resolve complex problems

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package, You will enjoy:

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Being part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi-brand, multi country organization
• On-site gym offering health and well-being initiatives, break out areas with complimentary drinks
• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 

We strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!