Human Resources Manager - Commercial Sales

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With annual revenues of $10 billion, we have more than 30,000 employees and serve over 350,000 customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as environmental and industrial process control settings. Serving customers through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, we help solve analytical challenges from routine testing to complex research and discovery. Thermo Scientific offers customers a complete range of high-end analytical instruments as well as laboratory equipment, software, services, consumables and reagents to enable integrated laboratory workflow solutions. Fisher Scientific provides a complete portfolio of laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in healthcare, scientific research, safety and education. Together, we offer the most convenient purchasing options to customers and continuously advance our technologies to accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, enhance value for customers and fuel growth for shareholders and employees alike. All of our employees share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Our ability to grow year after year is driven by our ability to attract, develop and retain world-class people who will thrive in our environment and share in our desire to improve mankind by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. If you share in our values and if you're looking for an employer who is strongly committed to developing talent and rewarding achievement, come grow with us at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Job Description Human Resources Manager - Commercial Sales  Job Title:  Human Resources Manager, Band IVDivision:  Laboratory Equipment DivisionLocation: Milford, MA.    Reports to:   Human Resources Director    Job Summary:Primary responsibility is to coordinate the implementation of HR processes and programs that increase the productivity, competence, and effectiveness of field employees in the North American sales organization.  Works closely with Sales, HR and LPG organization leaders to identify and meet HR requirements of the division’s and corporate strategic and operating plans.  Contributes to organization wide HR policies and standards development.  Reports to and receives day-to day guidance on policy and process issues from the Commercial Human Resources Director. Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities: 1.  Ensures alignment of human resources processes with commercial strategic and operating goals. 2.  Responsible for remaining up to date on relevant state employment laws and other human resources compliance issues.  Updates management on policies/processes as necessary.   3.  Counsels and/or coaches employees and managers regarding employee relations issues including performance management, facilitation of formal/informal complaints to resolution, discipline and/or terminations, etc. in line with local culture and the business and legal environment . 4.  Provide leadership in, and promotion of, a positive One Thermo company culture by being an advocate for employees while achieving a balance with all levels of company goals. 5.  Assists managers in assessing and providing for training needs and encouragement of employees to continuously develop their skills in their field of work.   6.  Help NA Sales Leadership understand competency gaps in frontline sales and management employees. Work with HRD, global HR resources, commercial personnel, and external contractors to develop systems and programs to build competencies 7.  As assigned, coordinates compensation plans, including coordination of the annual performance and salary reviews, facilitation of current job descriptions, and participation in the appropriate management of total compensation, rewards and recognition programs for your client groups. 8.  Partner with HRD and internal recruiters to prioritize the selection process and hiring of all temporary, consultant and regular employees including job requisition management, job posting, state agency notifications, advertisements, resume/application screening, interview coordination, offer letters, background checks, post-offer drug testing, and new hire orientation.  Collaborate with HR team to develop proactive programs for sourcing and developing talent.  9.  Ensure access to information regarding the company’s benefit plans, communicating US enrollment process.  Partner with country contacts to ensure all field personnel meet compliance requirements and regulations for all local and national labor laws.   10.  Partner with NA Sales Leadership to design and implement a regular communication plan (e.g., newsletters, town halls) with NA Field employees. Help Leadership manage messaging consistent with strategic direction.  11.  Responsible for ensuring accuracy of all iVantage data changes for field personnel partnering with local site administrative resources.  Provides management with relevant reports as needed.  Maintains legally compliant and accurate personnel files which support smooth operation of commercial operations in North America. 12. Participate as a full-standing member of North American Commercial Leadership team. Collaborate with other team members to develop and execute the actions to guide the business.    Educational Qualifications: BA/BS required, MA/MS preferred PHR/SPHR and/or other Professional Certifications desirable  Experience Qualifications: 5+ years of direct experience in all aspects of human resources (staffing, compensation, employee relations and organizational development) Experience in a variety of work settings preferably including sales and manufacturing. Ability and experience in building as well as operating processes.  Willingness and desire to work in an unstructured environment. Experience in implementing programs and processes that yield positive results. Experience in general facilitation and stand-up training highly desirable. Global HR experience in multiple cultures. Ability to travel up to 3 nights per month out of town. Skill Requirements: Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to use a high level of tact, diplomacy, discretion and empathy/understanding in a global environment across multiple cultures. Must possess moderate computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and manage associated stress. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop high levels of credibility and forge solid and positive professional relationships with subordinates, peers, and upper management Confident, Self motivated; strong bias for action Effective negotiating and influencing skills Process improvement skills (ie, Six Sigma, PPI, Total Quality) The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all employee responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. Education: BachelorsJob Level: Experienced