Job Posting Title
Head of HR, Region US/Brazil
Job Description Summary
The Head of HR, Region US/Brazil is responsible for leading and executing the human resources strategy across all Driveline operations in the United States and Brazil. This role provides end to end HR leadership for manufacturing plants and regional functions, partnering closely with senior business leaders to drive organizational, operational, and workforce priorities.
The position oversees HR activities in union and non union environments, ensures compliance with all applicable labor laws and employment regulations, and delivers consistent and effective HR solutions across the region
Job Description:
Required Skills and Education
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
Demonstrated experience supporting both unionized and non‑union plants
Proven multi‑site, plant‑focused HR leadership experience
Strong working knowledge of U.S. and Brazilian labor laws, employment regulations, and labor relations practices
Experience operating effectively in a matrixed organizational environment
Preferred Qualifications
International or multi‑country HR leadership experience
Experience leading organizational transformation, restructuring, or change initiatives
Core Competencies
Strategic HR and business partnership
Labor and employee relations leadership
Business and financial acumen
Change and transformation leadership
Cultural intelligence and global mindset
Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
Travel & Language Requirements
Regular travel to manufacturing plants and regional offices across the United States and Brazil
Languages: English required
About AAM:
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.
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