Lead, HR

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Lead Rep, HR is responsible of the employee lifecycle throughout all levels of organization, including, developing and participating of the strategic and “best place to work” initiatives.Work according with compliance with legislative and company policies. Lead labor relations activities and Union negotiations.Act as credible business partner and provide guidance on Human Resources and organizational issues, promote employee engagement through the corporate programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: – Other duties may be assigned:

• Meet the role expectations aligned to the company culture of compliance and business ethics.

• Comply and promote compliance of Baxter´s policies and code of conduct.

• Implement Baxter´s code of conduct, policies, and procedures, including but not limited to the Global interactions policy and Third-Party Policy.

• Partner the talent acquisition lead where needed for recruitment, selection procedures and hiring process and act as a key player in the onboarding and early engagement process. Also partner on employer branding to ensure Baxter Monterrey is a destination of choice.•Follow the procedures to develop “best place to work” initiatives that drive employee motivation, diversity, high performer retention and positive work environment.•Participate in labor relations activities and negotiations with Union; Build positive relationship with Union, promoting positive interaction with associates.•Work according with strategic Human Resource initiatives and meet the budget plans.

• Follow HR programs and processes to enable ongoing strategic growth of the talent in the plant.

• Ensure positive work environment through proactive communication program development and execution.

• Help with the performance management system, employee development and training need, programs, plans and controls. •Responsible for planning, implementation and compliance with the legislative and company rules concerning labor law, safety environment and work conditions.•Proactively partner with employees and associates to provide counsel on Human Resource and organizational issues.

• Act as an ambassador of the employer branding with interns and Universities.

• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives including organizational events, community events, etc.

• Participate in special projects such as driving a successful internship program.

• Responsible for maintaining the correct Payroll process through the collaboration and coordination with the payroll team (Tijuana).

• Responsible to follow up monthly meetings with employee committees including Training, Social Responsibility, and others. •Develop & maintain HR metrics as needed and present findings on trends / risks. Support the Sr. Manager HR and plant leaders with interpretation of HR metrics to ensure best outcomes.

• Work together with supervisors to follow up employee’s behaviors, ensure they evaluate their personnel on time. Provide coaching and guidance to support development of people management skills.

• Responsible of employee terminations when needed.

• Continue to focus on own continuing professional development needs.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced English Level (C1 / C2)
• Workday experience preferred, any other HRIS is considered (Peoplesoft, SAP, Success Factors).
• Knowledge of Mexican Federal Labor Law and Social Systems
• Communication.
• Customer focus.
• Collaboration and Teamwork.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.
• Dealing with ambiguity.
• Self-motivated to develop others.
• Enthusiasm to learn and improve continuously.
• Personal responsibility for results and integrity.
• Attention to detalis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Labor Relations, Business Administration or related field

• Successful progression of Human Resources leadership with 8+ years’ experience

• Labor relations experience and Union negotiations

• Previous Experience as HR Business Partner, HR Specialist or Generalist.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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