Ketjen

HR Operations and Payroll Director

Houston, Texas, United States of America · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 27 days ago

Data AnalysisData VisualizationComplianceProject ManagementSAPProcess ImprovementHRHRISLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Ketjen is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Operations and Payroll Director to join our Human Resources leadership team.

Develop and implement global HR policies, procedures, and standards.
Lead HR process optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and service quality.
Structure and implement innovative HR solutions and technologies to support evolving business needs and enhance employee experience.
Implement and manage tiered service delivery models to efficiently triage HR support requests, integrating self-service and automated solutions for common inquiries.
Drive payroll transformation initiatives to enhance scalability, efficiency, and compliance.
Partner with finance, tax, and external vendors to ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and enhance HRIS platforms, ensuring data integrity and robust data governance.
Develop and manage dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights into workforce trends, payroll accuracy, and operational efficiency.
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in HR operations or shared services.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial role.
Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field, or 11 years of progressive HR operations or shared services experience in lieu of a degree.
Strong knowledge of HR operations, payroll, HRIS systems, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated experience in process improvement, project management, and HR service delivery.
Required Qualifications
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience supporting and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to lead and develop diverse, geographically dispersed teams.
Strong alignment with Ketjen's core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity.

Experience working in chemicals manufacturing or a similar sector.
Experience with global HR operations and multi-country payroll.
Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or Payroll Certification Designation.
Experience with HR technology implementations, process automation, and AI-driven solutions.
Experience with Workday, ADP GlobalView, SAP, ServiceNow, Freshworks, or similar platforms.
Strong acumen for financial controls and compliance with laws and policies.
Competitive compensation
Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the POTENTIAL of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world.

curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity.
These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities.
Are you ready to move your career forward and help shape our company's and customers' futures?
If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries.
Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.
About Ketjen
Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries.
Manage global payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing across multiple countries.

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