About usBased in Montreal, Canada, we are a worldwide leader in electronic components distribution and are recognized as one of the most innovative 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.PositionThe 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.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 responsibilities1. Strategic HR leadership Define and lead the Americas people strategy aligned with global priorities and business growth objectivesServe as a key advisor to the executive team on organizational performance, talent strategy, and workforce planningContribute to enterprise-wide strategy and decision-making as a senior leader 2. Leadership of HR functionsProvide 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 developmentLead enterprise talent reviews and ensure solid bench strength across critical roles to build a high-performance culture4. Change leadership and transformation Lead transformation initiatives, including organizational redesign, scaling, and integrationEstablish change management frameworks and 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 prioritiesLead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall experience 6. Compliance and governance Ensure full compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements in all jurisdictionsPartner with legal and global HR leadership to ensure governance Qualifications and experienceRequired 12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior executive rolesProven experience leading multiple HR functions across a large, complex organizationDemonstrated ability to influence executive leadership and shape business strategyExperience managing HR across multiple countries in the AmericasDeep understanding of workforce trends, employment law, and enterprise HR practices Preferred Experience in a global, matrixed organizationTrack record of leading large-scale transformation or high-growth organizationsAdvanced degree (MBA, MA in HR, or related field) Key success measures Strength and readiness of leadership pipeline and succession plansBusiness performance linked to talent and organizational strategiesEmployee engagement, retention, and cultural alignmentSuccess of transformation and change initiatives 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Vice President, Human Resources (Americas) (Kirkland)
🏢 Future Electronics
📍 Kirkland