Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation‑driven growth model takes advantage of world‑class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables.

As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit

Under the direction of the Site Human Resources Manager and in coordination with the local and broader HR Team, the Human Resources Manager manages day‑to‑day HR operations and administers site and corporate HR policies, procedures and programs; advises and partners with leaders and team members on employee relations, performance management, succession planning and talent reviews; leads local engagement and community initiatives (e.g., internships, recognition, blood drives) to strengthen culture and retention;

and drives recruitment, development and workforce planning activities that deliver a safe, high‑performance workplace focused on quality, productivity and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong consultation and coaching skills, diagnostic and analytical problem‑solving, customer service and advocacy, clear written and verbal communication, and collaborative cross‑functional partnership; flexible availability to provide evening support as needed.

• Performance management
• Organizational development
• Talent and succession planning processes
• Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting
• Employee orientation, development, and training
• Employee relations
• Employee communications
• Benefit inquiries
• Employee services and counseling
• Assisting with recruiting and staffing logistics

• Advisory & influence:
  Proven ability to consult, coach and influence managers and site leaders; track record as a trusted HR business partner.
• Data & systems literacy:
  Strong ability to analyze HR metrics and translate insights into practical recommendations; proficient with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Problem solving & systems thinking:
  Demonstrated systems‑thinking and critical‑thinking skills with experience developing scalable HR solutions that align to business needs.
• Communication & collaboration:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to build strong cross‑functional relationships.
• Performance management for assigned client groups:
  Lead succession planning and talent review activities for assigned client groups‑identifying critical roles, developing talent pools and individual development plans‑partnering with business leaders to assess bench strength and recommend targeted development, stretch assignments or external hires, and owning end‑to‑end performance management by advising managers on goal setting, calibration, performance conversations, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and promotion/merit recommendations.
• Employee engagement & programs:
  Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating or running local HR programs or initiatives (e.g., internship programs, employee recognition events, community/blood drives, volunteering programs) and using those programs to drive engagement and retention.
• Culture:
  The Human Resources Manager champions a positive, inclusive workplace culture‑designing and leading engagement programs, recognition, and development initiatives that strengthen employee morale, drive retention, and align behaviors to safety and performance goals.
• Employee relations:
  Demonstrated experience conducting investigations, advising…