Director Human Resources US

Objective
Lead and deliver strategic and operational HR initiatives for Alpitronic’s U.S. operations, ensuring alignment with global standards while adapting to local organizational needs, employment regulations, and workforce expectations. This position reports directly to the CEO of Alpitronic US.
Responsibiltities
HR Operations Management

• Develop scalable HR processes across U.S. sites in coordination with the central HR team
• Ensure policies, systems, and compliance frameworks reflect both U.S. requirements and Alpitronic’s global standards
• Implement foundational tools and procedures that support hypergrowth while enabling cross-border operational consistency
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Design total rewards strategies that meet U.S. market demands while remaining aligned with company-wide principles
• Liaise with global HR and finance to ensure equity and transparency in budget planning and benefits harmonization
• Integrate central compensation philosophy into localized execution for long-term competitiveness
  

Organizational Development & Change Management

• Lead workforce planning initiatives while staying in sync with organizational goals defined by HQ
• Partner with the central HR structure to develop and evolve org charts, role definitions, and scalable growth frameworks
• Champion proactive change management that maintains cultural continuity across borders
  

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Build an engagement strategy based on survey results that reflects local realities and global company values
• Coordinate efforts with European HR Business Partners to ensure shared understanding of employee satisfaction goals and initiatives
• Align legal compliance practices with global standards while tailoring to U.S. employment law landscape
  

Leadership, Liaison & Collaboration

• Act as a trusted advisor to U.S. business leaders while maintaining strategic linkages with the central HR structure
• Ensure bi-directional communication with headquarters in Bolzano, fostering transparency and cohesion
• Represent the U.S. HR function in cross-regional working groups, steering committees, and strategic initiatives
  

Process Landscape & Systems

• Standardize and integrate HR systems with the Group’s technology infrastructure
• Co-develop workflows and guidelines with central HR to ensure scalability, clarity, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate on shared process improvements across the global HR network (e.g. performance management, talent management, Learning and development framework, compensation models and reviews)
  

Planning, Budgeting & Reporting

• Work with HQ teams to build aligned staffing forecasts, cost models, and performance plans
• Drive localized HR analytics with global dashboards and reporting protocols
• Maintain visibility into enterprise-wide KPIs while presenting U.S.-specific insights
  

Overarching Initiatives & Team Development

• Lead U.S. HR team with a culture of communication, impact, and growth
• Partner with Recruitment & L&D teams to support onboarding, wellbeing, and long-term employee resilience
• Spearhead critical HR projects (e.g. culture shaping, wellness, organizational health) in close coordination with global counterparts
  

Qualifications And Competences Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Data Analytics
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM‑CP/SCP certification preferred to demonstrate U.S. regulatory expertise
• 5 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within high‑growth, multinational, or tech/manufacturing startup environments
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment, supporting both hourly and salaried workforce needs
• Demonstrated expertise in Compensation & Benefits design, including analytics‑driven strategy development, equity program support, and compliance with U.S. labor regulations
• Strong track record in HR operations, process implementation, and organizational development across multiple U.S. states
• Ability to translate complex data into strategic insights for leadership and cross‑functional partners
• Skilled in managing HR technology portfolios, including HRIS implementations, payroll integrations, and benefits platform optimization
• Comfortable operating within a matrixed global HR structure, ensuring alignment with European headquarters policies and practices
• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills with experience navigating international compliance standards
• International HR experience preferred, particularly in roles requiring collaboration across regions and adaptation to global frameworks
  
  

WHY ALPITRONIC

Together with our customers, we are driving the world towards sustainable mobility – with cutting-edge technology, we inspire with the most innovative and reliable solutions. With our roots in South Tyrol, we are market and innovation leaders and set the future charging infrastructure standards from our locations in Bolzano/Bozen, Bergamo, Bologna, Munich and Charlotte (USA).

WHAT MAKES WORKING FOR US SPECIAL

We are excited to meet individuals who are enthusiastic about making things happen, take personal responsibility and appreciate seeing the direct results of their work in the final product. We are a fast-growing company and offer our top teams a diverse and challenging range of tasks in a respectful corporate culture. Your contributions matter, are appreciated and have a significant impact! Join us and be part of our team!