Director, Human Resources

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

. Serve as the lead People & Organization partner to regional and operational leadership teams .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesLead💰 $17,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management within fast-paced operational environments. Proven ability to lead change initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and align workforce strategy with business goals.

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Organizational TransformationWorkforce PlanningTalent ManagementEmployee RelationsChange Management

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Hard Skills

Workforce AnalyticsOrganizational DevelopmentCompliance and Employment PracticesPerformance ManagementSuccession PlanningLeadership DevelopmentChange InitiativesOperational StrategyM&A IntegrationHigh-Volume Workforce Support

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipRelationship-BuildingCoachingConflict ResolutionCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced HR Certification

Industry Keywords

Contract LogisticsWarehousingTransportationSupply Chain3PL OperationsOperational ExcellenceEmployee EngagementRetentionDiversity and InclusionOperational Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead People & Organization partner to regional and operational leadership teams
Align workforce strategy with operational goals across contract logistics, warehousing, and distribution operations
Provide strategic guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership development, succession planning, and change management
Partner with leaders to improve organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, retention, and performance
Support business growth, customer expansion, and operational transformation initiatives
Drive implementation of global and regional P&O programs, systems, and processes across multiple sites
Lead organizational change initiatives related to growth, restructuring, process optimization, and operational scalability
Foster accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Ensure local practices align with corporate standards and comply with employment laws and labor regulations
Provide leadership on employee relations, labor relations risk mitigation, and workforce strategy
Build leadership capability across operations and support functions
Lead talent management, succession planning, performance management, and employee development initiatives
Coach and develop P&O team members and strengthen regional HR capability
Champion engagement, inclusion, communication, and culture-building initiatives across a diverse workforce
Act as a visible and trusted leader throughout the organization
Utilize workforce analytics and operational insights to influence business decisions and improve organizational performance
Monitor and improve turnover, engagement, productivity, absenteeism, and leadership-readiness metrics
Translate workforce trends into actionable business recommendations
Travel to warehouses, distribution centers, and other operational facilities as business needs dictate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum five years’ experience at a Director level of HR / P&O within a fast-paced 3PL operational environment
Strong experience supporting multi-site operations, preferably within contract logistics, warehousing, transportation, manufacturing, or supply chain environments
Demonstrated success leading organizational transformation and change initiatives
Expertise in customer relations, employee relations, labor relations, workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development
Experience partnering directly with senior operational leaders both internally and externally
Strong understanding of compliance and employment practices in complex operational environments
College degree or advanced HR certification preferred
Experience supporting high-volume hourly workforces preferred
M&A integration or rapid-growth experience is a plus
Experience working within matrixed or global organizations preferred
Strategic mindset with strong operational and commercial awareness
Ability to influence and build credibility at all levels of the organization
Collaborative leadership style with strong relationship-building skills
Results-oriented and comfortable operating in fast-changing environments
Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution capabilities
Passion for people development, culture, and continuous improvement
Ability to travel to company locations and operational facilities
Ability to accommodate travel, operational schedules, and occasional work outside standard business hours
Must adhere to applicable safety policies and procedures while visiting company facilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Bonus opportunity
Career growth potential
Benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details (vary by location and division)
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Virtual/remote office work arrangement