Global Director, Human Resources in W. Warwick, Rhode Island at AstroNova Inc

Position Summary/Objective

AstroNova is seeking an experienced, commercially minded and hands-on Global HR Director to lead the people and organizational development strategy for its Product Identification (PI) business. Reporting directly to the PI President and operating as a key member of the PI leadership team, this individual will play a pivotal role in building a high-performing, engaged and integrated global organization. The successful candidate will combine strategic HR leadership with a practical, delivery-focused approach. Operating within a lean global structure, they must be equally comfortable developing long-term people strategies, coaching senior leaders and personally driving initiatives through to completion. The ability to both do and direct will be essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

People Strategy and Organizational Development

· Own and execute the global PI people strategy, ensuring organisational structure, leadership capability, talent development and employee engagement support the business’s growth ambitions.

· Partner closely with the PI President and leadership team to identify organisational needs, strengthen management effectiveness and build a culture of accountability and performance.

Global HR Leadership and Governance

· Lead a lean, highly competent global HR team supporting PI operations across multiple countries.

· Bring a strong working knowledge of international employment law, employee relations and regulatory requirements, ensuring effective and compliant HR practices across the business.

· Work collaboratively with the HR counterpart in Aerospace to maintain a common AstroNova HR policy and governance framework, while allowing flexibility for the distinct operational and strategic needs of both business units. Payroll and benefits administration will remain outside the role’s direct ownership.

Change Leadership and Employee Engagement

· Act as a visible and accessible leader across PI’s global locations, building strong relationships with employees and management teams.

· Lead organizational change initiatives, challenge established ways of working and coach leaders through transformation, ensuring effective communication, engagement and sustainable implementation.

Talent and Leadership Development

· Develop leadership capability across the organization, with a focus on talent identification, succession planning and meaningful employee development pathways.

Global Integration and Operational Effectiveness

· Drive greater collaboration across PI’s international operations, challenging regional and functional silos and identifying opportunities to leverage the scale of the global business.

· Work with peers to establish consistent, effective people practices that improve organizational efficiency while recognizing local business and cultural requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has direct supervisory responsibilities of our HR Business Partner-PI.

Experience & Capabilities

· International HR Experience: Significant HR leadership experience in a global, multi-site organization, with strong knowledge of international employment law and employee relations.

· Strategic Business Partnership: Credibility and commercial judgement to partner directly with the PI President and senior leadership team, aligning people priorities with business performance.

· Hands-On Leadership: Experience leading lean, high-performing HR teams, with the ability to personally execute initiatives while directing and developing others.

· Change Management: A proven track record of leading organizational transformation, influencing stakeholders and coaching managers through change.

· Talent Development: Experience developing leadership capability, succession plans and structured employee development pathways.

· Global Integration: Demonstrated ability to improve collaboration across international sites, challenge functional silos and leverage organizational scale.

· Employee Engagement: A visible, approachable leadership style with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization.

· Communication and Influence: Strong interpersonal, coaching and communication skills, with the ability to navigate different cultures and organizational priorities.

Physical Requirements

This position is mostly sedentary and requires standing or sitting at a fixed worked station and desk.

Special Working Conditions / Travel Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones. Little to no travel is expected for this position.