Vice President, HR - Transport

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

The Vice President of Human Resources for the Transport Segment is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing the company’s people strategy in support of business growth, operational excellence, and innovation. This role partners closely with the Transport Leadership Team and business leaders to build a high-performing and engaged workforce. The Transport VP HR will also work with the enterprise HR Leadership Team in developing and overseeing HR strategy for the global organization.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Transport Leadership Team on talent strategy, workforce planning, culture, and engagement. Provide strong HR Partnership to the Segment President, including sharing perspectives and providing candid feedback
• Translate business strategy into a forward-looking HR roadmap that supports growth, productivity, and innovation.
• Lead change management efforts tied to transformation, automation, and evolving workforce needs.

• Assess organizational effectiveness and guide organizational changes to be aligned with business strategy
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies for the segment, including advanced manufacturing, skilled technical labor, and leadership roles.
• Drive leadership development, succession planning, and performance management programs through leader engagement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, accountability, and inclusion.

• Build an environment where team members feel supported, challenged, and empowered to do their best work.
• Champion engagement, communication, and retention initiatives across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen leader capability and team effectiveness.

• Lead a team of HR leaders that provide partnership to segment leaders in executing our business strategy and caring for team members.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Care for segment HR talent and build bench strength within the HR organization, including strong talent selection, effective feedback and development plans
• Leverage HR analytics and technology to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior-level roles.
• Proven experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or technology-driven organizations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and HR best practices.

• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Demonstrated success leading organizational change and scaling HR for growth.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar certification.

• People-first leader who genuinely cares about team member growth and well-being.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Collaborative, approachable, and trusted across all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable balancing long-term strategy with hands-on execution.
• Able to influence, challenge, and support leaders with confidence and empathy.

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Pay Range: $ - $

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