Global Human Resources Director

Global Human Resources Director
Location: Houston, TX (4 days onsite when not traveling)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Travel Requirement: Up to 50% international

 

About Bray International

Bray International is a leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, offering innovative flow control solutions worldwide.

As a privately-owned business with over 30 years of engineered excellence, Bray is known for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

Join our team to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization shaping the future of flow control solutions.

About the Role

Bray International, a global leader in flow control solutions, is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Global HR Director to lead human resources initiatives across our 40-country footprint.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will have oversight of both solid-line and dotted-line HR teams globally, driving operational efficiency, compliance, and people-centric growth.

This role is heavily focused on tactical execution and project management, ideal for a professional who thrives on implementing systems, managing international compliance, and collaborating cross-functionally with global finance and operations teams.

 

Key Responsibilities


* Global Oversight: Manage international HR teams (solid and dotted-line) across 40 countries, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with business goals.


* Tactical Execution: Drive the implementation of HR projects and initiatives with measurable outcomes, from policy rollouts to process standardization.


* Compliance & Employment Law: Ensure adherence to global labor laws, including GDPR and local employment regulations; guide U.S.

HR on federal/state compliance matters.


* HR Systems & Payroll: Lead the development of a global HR database and oversee country-specific payroll systems.


* Workforce Strategy: Support global recruitment, visa and immigration processes, and act as an advisor to regional controllers on workforce management.


* Employee Engagement & Culture: Lead global engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives tailored to culturally diverse teams.


* Project Leadership: Take active ownership of open HR projects, driving them to completion and ensuring measurable business outcomes.


* Performance & People Management: Coach, mentor, and support HR team members in delivering business-aligned services.

 

Qualifications

Required:


* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field


* 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in a global manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment


* Demonstrated success managing HR operations and compliance across multiple countries


* Strong project management skills and attention to detail


* Proficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday)


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