Vice President, Human Resources - US

AESC is looking to add a Corporate Vice President, US HR to our team in Murfreesboro, TN.

* Full-Time

* On-site

About AESC US LLC

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world's leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.

AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational since 2012, produces batteries for Nissan. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply Mercedes-Benz with high-performance battery cell modules. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply technology-leading battery cells for new electric models produced in BMW Group's Spartanburg plant. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.

About the Role

The Regional Leader at AESC will be responsible for overseeing all operations within their assigned region including human resources planning and budgeting, organizational development and manager management, TA management, talent development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and digitalization. Ensure that the organization's capabilities and competencies meet the company's requirements.

What You Will Do

* Organizational and Cultural Construction

Initiate significant regional organization, culture and leadership transformation and contributing to this transformation at all dimensions, starting from collaboration by breaking silos, co-creation and culture change.

* Talent lifecycle management

Set up local HR CoE and implement policy effectively, focusing on creating and prototyping all non-existing HR solutions to support the different business functions. Localize HR products like performance management and challenger system, training program and TA Process, C&B and payment process etc. Ensure it meets globally consistent standards while also being able to adapt and meet local business conditions and requirements.

* System construction and problem diagnosis mechanism

Initiate and implement people analytics focusing on effortless reporting, skill management and open discussion culture. Explore problems and act plans, also avoid risks and prevent the same problem from happening again.

* Laws and regulations and brand building:

Build a good local employer brand, establish a good local work environment and community relationships, handle local employee relationships and avoid legal and brand impact risks related to human resources.

* Complete other duties as assigned

What We Offer

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

* Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.

* An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

* Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment

* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

* HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts

* 401K with company match

* Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)

* Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays

* Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)

* Tuition reimbursement

• Bachelor's degree in Science and Engineering, Business Administration/Management or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment
• Having successful experience in organizations with global operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of business requirements.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

• Greenfield or start-up experience
• Automotive or Battery experience
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.