Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Human Resources Manager

Direct Hire

Monterrey, Mexico

Reports to HR Director, HoNA and Plant Manager

The HR Manager, Mexico executes and maintains all Human Resources programs and processes for Hengst operations in Mexico, ensuring alignment with North America HR strategies and compliance with Mexican labor and employment regulations. This role partners closely with local site leadership to deliver high levels of employee engagement, operational excellence, and talent outcomes across manufacturing and sales teams. The position reports to the Human Resources Director, North America.

Business partnership and workforce planning

• Partner with Mexico leadership to align workforce plans, staffing, and organizational design with business objectives.
• Provide data-driven HR insights, KPIs, and recommendations.

Talent acquisition and onboarding

Employee relations and compliance

Compensation, benefits, and payroll

HR operations and systems

Training, development, and performance management

Health, safety, and regulatory coordination

Culture, engagement, and communications

Projects and change management

Team leadership and budgeting

Requirements

Requirements

7+ years of progressive HR experience in Mexico, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of Mexican labor and employment law and HR practices, including IMSS, INFONAVIT, FONACOT, payroll processes (CFDI), and profit sharing (PTU); experience with government audits and inspections. Experience in unionized environments and collective bargaining administration (if applicable). Demonstrated success implementing HR programs and leading cross-functional projects. Business acumen with a data-driven approach; ability to translate business needs into HR solutions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and enterprise HRIS; strong Excel skills. Bilingual Spanish / English with excellent facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills. High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential information. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and travel within Mexico (and occasionally to the U.S.) as needed.