HR Manager Brazil

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Company Description Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. Job Description This position is responsible for leading and facilitating the development of culture and core capabilities for the organization in Brazil, as well as ensuring and maintaining a productive, diverse, and engaged workforce composed of the best available talent. Through the design, development, and implementation of Human Resources strategies, the position supports the design and execution of the Business Plan to achieve business results and sustainable growth. It drives and utilizes strategies that promote the integration of local talent management, development, compensation, performance management, and workplace rights strategies, while ensuring the local organization upholds Sika’s ethical standards. Responsible for establishing and implementing the HR strategy in the country. Ensure proper compliance with human resources plans and policies in line with the company's global and regional strategy. Ensure the company's Values and Leadership Behaviors are communicated to the entire team. Be a key player in developing the culture the company has defined for all its business locations. Lead the compensation area to ensure effective and timely payment of the company's obligations to its employees. Promote a work environment of respect, collaboration, and compliance with company policies. Interact fluently with various levels and areas of the company. Ensure on-site that guidelines and action plans are implemented in practice. Cooperate in developing a culture based on discipline and quality results. Establish training and development plans for all company personnel. Ensure execution and periodically monitor compliance. Propose new ways of doing things and create innovation spaces for all employees. Work directly with Managers and supervisors to meet selection, training, and development requirements for employees. Identify, retain, and develop existing talent within the company. Attract and select the best available talent when external recruitment is necessary. Prepare and execute the department's budget. Develop a smooth and collaborative relationship with labor organizations. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Management, or related fields. Preferably with a specialization in Business and Human Resources. Languages: Portuguese (native or bilingual), English (advanced), Spanish (desirable) Minimum 15 years of work experience and minimum of 10 years’ experience as an HR generalist in companies of more than 500 employees Experience interacting with Senior Leaders, and being a specialist in one or more HR functions Experience in collaborative work with regional and global structures in multinational companies Expert in: HR Planning & Forecasting, Talent Acquisition and Development, Organizational Development & Change, Performance & Reward Management, Employee & Labor Relations, Compliance Excellent communication skills combined with strong influencing ability General knowledge of business indicators, with a focus on finance Extensive knowledge of current legal regulations Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Human Resources Industries: Chemical Manufacturing We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr