HR People Partner, US - Reagent Manufacturing & Supply Chain

The HR People Partner (Level 3) serves as a trusted advisor to leaders within assigned client groups, providing advanced HR support across the employee lifecycle. This role independently manages complex people matters, including employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and change initiatives, while ensuring consistent application of policies and compliance with employment regulations.

The Level 3 People Partner applies strong business acumen and sound judgment to evaluate risk, balance employee experience with business needs, and advise leaders on people decisions with broader organizational impact. They lead the deployment of core HR programs within their scope, proactively identify trends and issues, and drive targeted improvements to HR processes and practices. This role collaborates closely with HR Centers of Excellence, Legal, and senior HR partners to resolve complex cases and deliver effective, compliant HR solutions. This position requires a deep understanding of HR principles, the ability to influence leaders through data‑driven insights and clear communication, and the capability to manage ambiguity while guiding others through complex people challenges

1. Provides advanced guidance on people matters, including complex performance concerns, nuanced policy application, and interpretation of local employment regulations within assigned client groups.
2. Independently manages complex or sensitive employee relations cases, partnering with senior HR leaders, Legal, or specialist teams for high‑risk matters.
3. Ensures accuracy and integrity of employee records and HR data, proactively identifying compliance risks.
4. Leads the deployment of annual HR programs (performance, compensation, talent, engagement) for supported client groups, advising leaders on implications and best practices.
5. Resolves complex HR problems by evaluating multiple variables, assessing risk, and considering cross‑functional or business‑wide impacts.
6. Identifies, recommends, and implements process or practice improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, or employee experience across the client group.
7. Applies sound judgment to interpret and apply HR policies, balancing consistency, equity, and business needs, and advising leaders on exceptions where appropriate.
8. Acts as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders on organizational effectiveness, performance management, and change initiatives within scope.
9. Proactively manages employee relations risk, anticipating trends, coaching leaders, and recommending mitigation strategies.
10. Maintains a strong understanding of the business, priorities, and workforce dynamics of supported client groups, contributing HR perspective in leadership discussions.
11. Advises on organizational design considerations, workforce planning, and role clarity in partnership with business leaders and HR Centers of Excellence.
12. Ensures adherence to applicable employment legislation, escalating emerging risks and partnering with Legal or specialist HR teams as needed.
13. Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
14. Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in HR Business Partner or HR Generalist work.
  • Solid understanding of HR fundamentals, employment practices, and local labor regulations.

• HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP preferred)
• Experience working in a matrixed, global organization

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
• Maintain composure by having the skill of staying calm, focused, and professional in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Cross-department knowledge about the roles, responsibilities, goals, and processes of different departments within an organization.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Fosters a culture of inclusiveness among all team members.
• Leading without authority through influence and guidance of others towards a common goal by using expertise, persuasion, and personal qualities to inspire action.
• Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel (Intermediate: applies skills independently in most situations; handles moderately complex tasks with occasional guidance).
• High attention to detail with commitment to data accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build effective working relationships.
• Applies HR knowledge to interpret policies and determine appropriate solutions

• →Indirect supervision and cooridnation of the Reagent Manufacturing HR Team
• →Role makes operational and tactical decisions with immediate impact and contributes to longer-term decisions with supervisory review/approval

• Domestic travel: 5%, International travel: 0%