Regional Human Resources VP

Company Information

Lapp Americas (“Lapp AMS”) is one of the three regions of the LAPP Group, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.

LAPP: This name stands for innovative connection solutions like no other. Our brand stands for quality, customer service and a deep understanding of the industries and applications in which our products are used. We are the world market leader, supplying everything from cables, connectors and accessories to fully integrated connection solutions. LAPP products are used in production machinery, industrial robots, public transport, food processing, alternative energy, charging systems for electric vehicles, oil drilling platforms and much more. They are the product of choice for mountain climbers and polar explorers.

Our customers appreciate that: all of the 40,000 products in our catalogue reflect our manufacturing process. We always want to offer the best solution. If the customer cannot find what they are looking for in our catalogue, our experts are on hand to develop a solution together LAPP delivers to every corner of the world, with most products ready to be delivered quickly off the shelf. To guarantee this, we have development centers, production facilities and warehouses all over the globe.

LAPP is well positioned for the future, just like Oskar and Ursula Ida Lapp were when they founded the company in 1959. In 1957, Oskar Lapp created the ÖLFLEX® control cable, the first protected trademark in the industry. More quickly followed. At that time, as it is today, the company is family-owned. Matthias Lapp, the third generation has taken over the management of the family company. According to preliminary figures it generated a consolidated sales of slightly more than 1.8 billion euros in the 2023/24 financial year. LAPP employs around 5,800 people worldwide, manufactures at 21 international locations and is active in a total of over 80 countries worldwide.

• Strategic thinking and problem solving
• Emotional intelligence and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated skills in culture and change management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated excellent negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Adaptability to changing market conditions, coupled with a solid sense of urgency.
• Collaborative and team-oriented leadership style.
• International experience and track-record, knowledge of sucessful collaboration in matrix organization.
• Proficient in addressing underperformance and resolving conflicts through direct, respectful, and productive communication.

• Clear and actionable people strategy aligned with the organization’s values and objectives.
• Improved organizational agility, with a workforce capable of adapting to business changes and challenges.
• Enhanced talent acquisition and retention.
• Strong organizational culture.
• Executive Leadership Development and Succession Planning.
• Optimized workforce performance.
• Competitive compensation and benefit programs.
• Operational excellence in HR.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• 10+ years of HR leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/executive role.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR technologies and best practices.
• Experience with M&A; integrating cross-company culture.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of fostering a positive, inclusive and innovative work culture.
• Spanish language fluency required (in addition, Portuguese language fluency desired)
• Ideally experience in family business or/and matrix organization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

COMPENSATION: After thorough market analysis, LAPP takes many factors into consideration when determining base salary such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, etc. of the candidate. The base salary range for this role ranges from $250,000 - $295,000 plus participation in LAPP's bonus plan. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k), HSA/FSA, Life Insurance, and more!

*LAPP is an Equal Opportunity Employer*