Human Resources Director

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Director of Human Resources

South Bend, Indiana | On-Site

Represented by Allen Austin Executive Search

The Opportunity

Allen Austin is representing a well-established, fourth-generation, family-owned company in its search for a Director of Human Resources
. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned HR executive to step into a high-impact, transformative role with direct influence on the company’s growth and culture.

Backed by a bold five-year plan to double revenue and expand headcount by 75%, the organization is investing significantly in its people, systems, and leadership capabilities. The Director of HR will play a central role in modernizing HR practices, embedding high-performance systems, and shaping a culture of accountability, engagement, and trust.

This is not a maintenance role—it’s a chance to leave a lasting mark by building the infrastructure and leadership capability to fuel sustained growth.

About the Company

With more than a century of history, this organization has earned a reputation for integrity, quality, and long-standing relationships across industries such as personal care, food & beverage, and wellness. It is entering an exciting new chapter of growth and transformation, combining the stability of a legacy business with the energy of a forward-looking strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the President and senior leadership to design and execute people and culture strategy aligned with growth objectives.
• Lead talent acquisition, development, and succession planning to build high-performing teams.
• Modernize HR systems, policies, and processes for scalability and efficiency.
• Drive employee engagement and embed a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and compliance, ensuring competitive, transparent, and equitable practices.
• Guide the organization through change with clarity, empathy, and consistency.

The Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, with proven success as a strategic partner to executives.
• Experience leading cultural transformation and organizational design.
• Strong background in HR systems, talent development, and performance management.
• Adept at using data and metrics to inform decision-making.
• Collaborative, emotionally intelligent, and values-driven leader.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree or SHRM-SCP/SPHR certification preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or consumer products environment strongly desired; family-owned business experience is a plus.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to:

• Shape the people strategy of a respected, 100+ year-old company poised for transformation.
• Partner directly with the President and senior leadership team.
• Lead meaningful change in a values-driven, people-first environment.
• Live and work in South Bend, Indiana—an affordable, community-oriented city with proximity to Chicago and the University of Notre Dame.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources
• Industries
• Business Consulting and Services

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