Global Director, Business HR
Abbott
Summary
Join Abbott's Structural Heart business, where our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease. This role is based in our Plymouth, MN office and supports our Structural Heart business unit within Abbott's Medical Devices sector.
Job description
The Opportunity
Join Abbott's Structural Heart business, where our business purpose is to restore health and improve quality of life through the design and provision of device and management solutions for the treatment of structural heart disease. This role is based in our Plymouth, MN office and supports our Structural Heart business unit within Abbott's Medical Devices sector.
Role Overview
We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Director of Business Human Resources to lead and execute HR strategies for Global Operations, R&D, and Quality functions. This role will serve as a key partner to senior business leaders and will have one direct report.
What You'll Work On
- Strategic HR Planning: Develop and implement HR plans aligned with business needs.
- Leadership Partnership: Collaborate with senior leaders to design and execute people, culture, and workplace initiatives.
- Talent and Inclusion: Develop and implement a talent and inclusion plan to ensure the right talent and environment for achieving financial goals.
- Leadership Development: Provide coaching and training to build leadership capabilities, including succession and development planning.
- Change Management: Lead change management initiatives with thought leadership and experience.
- Influence and Conflict Management: Navigate complexity, ambiguity, and manage conflicting viewpoints effectively.
- Benchmarking and Best Practices: Review and benchmark external business and talent trends to develop future best practices.
- Diverse Workforce: Partner with leaders to build a diverse and innovative workforce.
- HR Innovation: Drive division-wide innovative HR initiatives and programs.
- Collaboration: Establish strong relationships with HR partners to coordinate HR elements successfully.
- Communication and Analytics: Utilize strong communication skills and leverage analytics to gain insights and drive actionable outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 10-15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in a matrix and global environment.
- Proven ability to influence, lead, and transform.
- Strong understanding of business and financial drivers with a track record of enabling business results.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the medical devices industry.
- Advanced degree in Human Resources.
- International HR experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 10-15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in a matrix and global environment.
- Proven ability to influence, lead, and transform.
- Strong understanding of business and financial drivers with a track record of enabling business results.
- Experience in the medical devices industry.
- Advanced degree in Human Resources.
- International HR experience.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student debt program
- Education benefit
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.