Vice President of Human Resources - Industrial Safety Products - Base Salary to 190k/year - Charlotte, NC

Vice President of Human Resources - Industrial Safety Products - Base Salary to 190k/year - Charlotte, NC • Our client is a driving force in the protective safety equipment and responder industry. They provide innovative and high-quality safety solutions and have becomea trusted name for law enforcement agencies, fire departments, rescue operators, emergency medical services, hazmat teams, educational institutions, government, and industrial safety workers across the United States. • They are in search of an experienced Vice President of Human Resources to join their growing team. This is a fully remote position reporting directly to the President. They would like someone in the Charlotte area to be close to the HR Team (Director of HR and HR Coordinator). • The Vice President of Human Resources will be responsible for developing and executing the overall people strategy, ensuring that talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness enable the company to achieve its business goals. It will oversee all HR functional areas including talent development, employee engagement, total rewards, benefits strategy, compliance, workforce planning, and HR operations. The Vice President of Human Resources will serve as a strategic business partner to the executive team and will actively contribute to organizational strategy, culture, and performance. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and a hands-on leader with a passion for developing people and fostering a culture of excellence. Responsibilities: • Partner with the President, executive team, and Board of Directors (as required) to design and implement the company' s people strategy aligned with business goals. • Serve as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters, providing insight and recommendations that strengthen organizational performance. • Lead the HR team, which currently includes a Director of HR and an HR Coordinator, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and capability within the function. • Design and execute programs that support employee development, career growth, and leadership readiness across all levels of the organization. • Build frameworks for leadership development, career pathing, coaching, and succession planning. • Promote and reinforce the Leadership Model as the foundation for developing people and shaping company culture. • Champion and sustain culture by ensuring core values of Wisdom, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence are lived every day and embedded in how we lead, develop, and engage our people. • Strengthen our culture of collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. • Develop initiatives that enhance engagement, recognition, and overall employee experience. • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all HR operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in daily processes. • Lead the design, evaluation, and administration of all employee benefits including health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, HSA, and wellness programs. • Partner with brokers and vendors to analyze plan performance, negotiate renewals, and make data-driven recommendations that balance cost management with competitive employee offerings. • Oversee benefits communication and enrollment processes to ensure clarity and employee understanding. • Lead change management efforts to support business transformation and growth. • Drive organizational effectiveness through structure, process, and workforce design. • Utilize workforce analytics and metrics to evaluate HR initiatives, guide decision-making, and measure organizational health. • Lead, mentor, and develop HR leaders and team members across all functions. • Build a high-performing HR organization that embodies accountability, collaboration, and service excellence. • Motivate and empower direct reports to effectively lead their teams, ensuring communication, responsiveness, and trust across the organization. Qualifications: • Bachelor' s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required, advanced degree or HR certification a plus. • 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least five years in a leadership role. • Proven success in developing and executing HR strategies aligned with business needs. • Demonstrated success in leadership development, succession planning, and employee growth programs. • Strong expertise in organizational design, total rewards, and HR compliance. • Experience managing benefit programs including health, 401k, and HSA administration. • Strong financial acumen with experience managing departmental budgets and HR cost control. • Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics to inform decision-making. • A hands-on, collaborative style suited to a lean HR structure. Compensation: • Base salary up to 190k/year • Annual bonus program • Full benefits package #INDALL Apply tot his job Apply To this Job