About us
Based in Montreal, Canada, we are a worldwide leader in electronic components distribution and are recognized as one of the most creative companies in the industry. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. Our people fuel our mission. Our enthusiasm, focus, and entrepreneurial drive to succeed are what make us a global powerhouse in electronic component distribution. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a can-do attitude, we are always up for the challenge.

Position summary
The Vice President, Human Resources (Americas) is the senior-most HR leader for the region, responsible for setting and executing the people strategy in alignment with global business objectives. This role leads all HR functions, including HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HRIS management systems; all focused on developing significant talent density.

This position is responsible for HR matters in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and LATAM, representing close to 2000 employees.

As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Vice President partners with executive stakeholders to shape organizational strategy, drive business performance, and build a high-performing, inclusive culture.

The role requires a visionary leader who can operate at enterprise scale, influence global decisions, and deliver measurable impact through people strategies, while also being comfortable at the operational level, leading a team of 20 HR professionals.

Key responsibilities
1. Strategic HR leadership

Define and lead the Americas people strategy aligned with global priorities and business growth objectives

Serve as a key advisor to the executive team on organizational performance, talent strategy, and workforce planning

Drive alignment between regional and global HR strategies, ensuring consistency and scalability

Contribute to enterprise-wide strategy and decision-making as a senior leader

2. Leadership of HR functions




Provide executive oversight and integration of:

HR business partners: Ensure strategic partnership with business leaders to drive performance and organizational effectiveness

Talent acquisition: Oversee workforce planning and talent strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent

Learning & development: Establish long‑term leadership and capability development strategies

Benefits and total rewards: Design and govern competitive, equitable, and compliant rewards programs across the Americas

3. Organizational effectiveness and talent management

Own succession planning and leadership pipeline development at the regional level

Lead enterprise talent reviews and ensure strong bench strength across critical roles

Drive performance management strategies that enable a high-performance culture

4. Change leadership and transformation

Lead transformation initiatives, including organizational redesign, scaling, and integration

Establish change management frameworks and ensure adoption across the organization

Guide leaders through complex change with clarity, resilience, and alignment

5. Employee experience and culture

Define and sustain a strong, values-driven culture aligned to business priorities

Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall experience

Ensure consistent and equitable employee practices across countries and functions

6. Compliance and governance

Ensure full compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements in all jurisdictions





Partner with legal and global HR leadership to ensure governance

Establish standardized HR policies and frameworks while balancing local requirements

Qualifications and experience
Required

12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior executive roles

Proven experience leading multiple HR functions across a large, complex organization

Demonstrated ability to influence executive leadership and shape business strategy

Experience managing HR across multiple countries in the Americas

Deep understanding of workforce trends, employment law, and enterprise HR practices

Preferred

Experience in a global, matrixed organization

Track record of leading large-scale transformation or high-growth organizations

Advanced degree (MBA, MA in HR, or related field)

Key success measures

Strength and readiness of leadership pipeline and succession plans

Business performance linked to talent and organizational strategies

Employee engagement, retention, and cultural alignment

Effectiveness and scalability of HR programs and processes

Success of transformation and change initiatives

Executive stakeholder confidence and satisfaction

Our approach to employee wellness is holistic, which is why alongside competitive salaries, and excellent health and dental benefits, corporate employees have access to the following:

Wellness amenities such as an onsite gym, fitness studio, and employee lounge

Group RRSP plan to take care of the future you

Onsite medical clinic and telemedicine

Daily shuttle bus from two downtown locations

Subsidized employee café with delicious meals and snacks

Future Electronics is taking a hybrid approach to work. We value collaboration and working together, which our offices facilitate, combined with working remotely.
Future Electronics is an equal opportunity employer.
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