Chief People Officer

Job Overview

Search Solution Group is seeking a Chief People Officer on behalf of our client, a private equity-backed industrial manufacturing company experiencing significant growth and transformation. This executive leadership role serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors while developing and executing a people strategy that drives business performance, operational excellence, and long-term enterprise value.

The Chief People Officer will lead all aspects of the organization's human capital strategy, supporting organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, leadership development, and organizational scalability. The ideal candidate brings extensive executive HR leadership experience within private equity-backed manufacturing organizations and is equally effective influencing boardroom strategy and engaging employees across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors on all human capital initiatives.

Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives and value creation plan.

Lead organizational design initiatives that improve scalability, accountability, and operational effectiveness.

Drive executive succession planning and leadership development across the organization.

Partner with executive leadership to support growth and operational performance initiatives.

Lead human capital due diligence, workforce integration, and organizational planning for acquisitions.

Develop competitive compensation, incentive, and rewards programs aligned with business performance and investor objectives.

Present workforce analytics, talent metrics, and organizational health updates to executive leadership and investors.

Build leadership pipelines and implement high-impact leadership development programs.

Enhance talent acquisition strategies for executive, manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, sales, and corporate functions.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and high performance.

Partner closely with Operations leadership to strengthen frontline leadership capabilities across manufacturing facilities.

Support workforce planning initiatives to attract, develop, and retain skilled labor.

Reinforce organizational commitments to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Provide executive oversight for:

Human Resources

Talent Acquisition

Organizational Development

Leadership Development

Employee Relations

Compensation & Benefits

HRIS

Payroll

Compliance

Requirements Include

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required.

Master's degree, MBA, or other advanced degree preferred.

Experience

15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience.

Previous experience as a Chief People Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President of Human Resources, or equivalent executive leadership role.

Extensive experience supporting private equity-backed portfolio companies.

Proven partnership with CEOs, executive leadership teams, Boards of Directors, and private equity sponsors.

Demonstrated success leading organizations through rapid growth, acquisitions, and organizational transformation.

Multi-site industrial manufacturing experience required.

Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, operations, and corporate business functions.

Skills

Strategic workforce planning

Executive leadership and organizational development

Succession planning and leadership development

Talent acquisition strategy

Change management

Organizational design

Compensation and incentive program development

Employee engagement and retention strategies

Mergers & acquisitions integration

Workforce analytics and HR metrics

Executive communication and stakeholder management

Relationship building and cross-functional collaboration

Certifications

SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent professional HR certification preferred.

Additional executive leadership or organizational development certifications are a plus.

Knowledge

Human Resources best practices and employment law.

Private equity operating environments and value creation strategies.

Industrial manufacturing operations and workforce dynamics.

Organizational effectiveness and change management methodologies.

Executive compensation and performance management.

HRIS systems, payroll administration, and compliance requirements.

Talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.

Acquisition integration and organizational transformation.

Key Competencies

Strategic Leadership

Executive Presence

Business Acumen

Change Leadership

Organizational Design

Talent Development

Relationship Building

Influencing & Negotiation

Communication & Presentation Skills

Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making

Collaboration & Teamwork

Emotional Intelligence

Problem Solving

Accountability

Results Orientation

Continuous Improvement

Adaptability

Integrity & Professionalism

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click the "Apply" button at the top right of your screen. Alternatively, you can email your application to info@ssgresume.com . Please include your resume and any other relevant documents or information that showcase your qualifications and suitability for the role. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.

Company Overview

Industry: Industrial Manufacturing

Location: Hybrid / Remote (U.S.)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Search Solution Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status in our hiring process or employment practices. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and strengths, driving innovation and growth. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our team.

Disclaimer

Please note that the job description provided is not exhaustive and is subject to change. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the organization and to ensure the successful completion of projects and objectives.