Director, HR Site Manufacturing

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.

The Director, HR Site Manufacturing will plan, lead, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff to ensure that all employee activities on site are carried out following the policies and procedures of the company.  The Director, HR Site Manufacturing, will be a member of the senior leadership team.  As a member of the site leadership team, the Director, HR Site Manufacturing will partner to support delivery of site objectives and strategies.  The Director, HR Site Manufacturing will also play a key role in establishing the Kyowa Kirin Culture at the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR leadership to the site including talent acquisition, talent management, day to day support for colleagues, provide constructive and timely performance evaluations, and address discipline if needed in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborates with Site leadership and Functional Leaders to understand the organization's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Develops and implements policies, processes, and training initiatives to support the policies and procedures, and strategy as needed.
• Strategic advising and counsel as needed including but not limited to benefits, compensation, employee relations, talent acquisition, and training and development.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment partnering with HR COE’s such as Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Leadership Development and Total Reward.
• Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Develops the workforce plan, aligns business needs to the departmental budget and other HR initiatives.
• Ability to build and lead an HR team in the future based on needs of resourcing at the site.
• Responsible and contributing member of the Site Leadership Team and shares ownership of site goals and performance
• Ensures Colleague experience and engagement is maximized.
• Coordinates site communications
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR professionals to ensure high performance, engagement, and career growth.
• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Build team capabilities in HR best practices, business partnership, and data-driven decision making.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive HR team culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of Human Resources experience with at least 5 years of HR management experience required in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 2 years of people management experience.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Results-oriented and able to navigate ambiguity.
• Set clear outcomes, track progress, follow through on commitments, and ensure actions lead to measurable results that advance organizational objectives.
• Respond promptly, take accountability, and manage tasks efficiently.
• Adapt to change with clarity, patience, and understanding, guiding teams through evolving challenges.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid work ethic while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and the ability to foster alignment in a global environment.
• Communicate with care by actively listening and considering others' perspectives, fostering productive, engaging interactions, and managing relationships with kindness.
• Embrace personal growth through continuous learning and knowledge sharing, maintaining a growth mindset.
• Promote inclusive collaboration by respecting diverse perspectives and creating a welcoming work environment.
• Contribute positively by recognizing achievements and encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
• Collaborate with respect, integrity, and humility, prioritizing collective success over individual gain.
• Resourceful and proactive, challenge the status quo, drive innovation, and develop creative solutions.
• Apply an enterprise-wide, holistic mindset, working beyond siloed thinking to deliver cohesive, integrated solutions.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in an office and regulated manufacturing environment, including construction/start-up phases, with appropriate PPE. Reasonable accommodation will be provided as required by law.
• This position is based on-site in Sanford, NC. Other standard company policies for flexible work arrangements do not apply to this role. This is not a hybrid or remote role.
• Requires up to 20% domestic and international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be $185,000 to $210,000.  The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs. The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company matching
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards.

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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