People & Performance Brazil Director

About the role

The People & Performance Brazil Director leads and manages all human resources functions for Heinz Brazil S.A., aligning them with global HR strategies and local business objectives. The role drives a high-performance culture, talent development and effective HR operations, based in São Paulo.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies and programs supporting the company's business goals in Brazil.
• Oversee the employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations and offboarding.
• Lead talent acquisition to attract, select and retain top talent across all levels.
• Design and run performance management systems that drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Build competitive compensation and benefits programs compliant with local regulations and market benchmarks.
• Foster an inclusive work environment, promote employee engagement, diversity and well-being.
• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions and grievance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Brazilian labor laws and stay up to date on legislative changes.
• Partner with senior leadership on organizational design, change management and workforce planning.
• Lead and mentor the HR team in Brazil and prepare and manage the HR budget.
• Analyze HR metrics and data to inform strategy, and liaise with global HR teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within a multinational company, preferably in the FMCG sector.
• Extensive knowledge of Brazilian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proven track record of developing HR strategies and programs that deliver business results.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder-influence skills, with fluency in Portuguese and English.

Required skills

• Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics.
• Strategic thinking, business acumen and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.