Description
Make a +Difference at Kraton!
At Kraton, we make a +Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Human Resource team at our global headquarters in The Woodlands, Texas.
The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) serves as a strategic business partner to the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, peer Executive Leadership Team members, and Board of Directors, providing oversight and leadership of the global human resources function.
We believe in making a +Difference, as a global manufacturer of sustainable specialty polymers and biobased pine chemicals, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions.
We're proud to offer benefits that meaningfully support YOU—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
Some of the benefits offered are:
Medical Insurance, including TeleDoc - multiple plans available with Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account options
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Advocate – free support to help you understand your coverage and answer questions
Life Insurance – base coverage paid for by Kraton with option for additional coverage
401k – Kraton provides matching contributions based on enrollment level
Employee Assistance Program – provided at no cost to employees
Accident, Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
Key Responsibilities
The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) serves as a strategic business partner to the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, peer Executive Leadership Team members, and Board of Directors, providing oversight and leadership of the global human resources function. The CHRO is responsible for:
• Developing and executing enterprise-wide human capital strategies that enable Kraton's business objectives, drive performance, accountability, and disciplined organizational execution.
• Ensures business strategy is operationalized through aligned goals, KPIs, and performance systems across all regions and functions.
• Leading the development and execution of global HR strategy, including talent management, succession planning, leadership development, organizational design, workforce planning, and organizational capability building.
• Leading and transforming the global HR operating model and centers of excellence to support enterprise performance, talent, and compliance priorities.
• Ownership of the governance of enterprise goal setting, KPI design, and performance management. to drive organization wide standardization, alignment, and individual and functional accountability.
• Leading and supporting organizational transformation initiatives, including restructuring, operating model redesign, culture evolution, change management, and M&A integration efforts, where applicable.
• Oversee the design and execution of competitive total rewards programs aligned with business goals and market practices.
• Driving development of global leadership pipelines to ensure robust succession plans for critical roles, including executive-level talent.
• Establishment and monitor key people, performance, and organizational analytics to assess effectiveness, goal alignment, and inform decision-making.
• Ensures compliance with global employment laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Engagement with the Board of Directors and Management, Development and Compensation Committee on executive compensation, succession planning, and human capital disclosures.
• Drives Culture – ensuring Kraton values are exhibited across the organization.
• Champions inclusion and equality enterprise wide.
• Minimum 15-20 years of progressive human resources experience, including 5-10 in senior HR leadership roles within global, multi-national organizations.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing enterprise-level HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Proven ability to lead and transform HR organizations, including centers of excellence and HR business partner models.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence executive stakeholders and Board members.
• Deep expertise in talent management, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and change management.
• Experience in enterprise performance management with a demonstrated ability to institutionalize KPI driven goals across complex, multi-business organizations, with a strong link of evaluation to compensation.
• Experience leading in complex, global environments, including exposure to labor relations and regulatory frameworks.
• Track record of building high-performing teams and developing senior leadership talent.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) strongly preferred
• SPHR, GPHR, or equivalent certification preferred
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Kraton's internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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