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Director, Human Resources - Transportation

Location Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota Date posted 11/04/2026 Job ID 25243 Salary range $123,800.00 - $206,800.00 Work arrangement Hybrid Schedule Full Time Function Human Resources
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CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world.  We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world.  Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

The Director Human Resource Business Partner will provide strategic HR leadership and support to the transportation organization. As a key partner to transportation leadership, this role will lead and execute people and talent strategies that enable business performance, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee engagement and a strong employee experience. 

This position will lead a team of two HRBPs dedicated to supporting the transportation organization. The director will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR leadership in a fast-paced operational environment. 

Responsibilities

Partner with transportation leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business priorities, talent needs and organizational goals.  

Lead, coach and develop two direct-report HR team members supporting the transportation organization; establish clear priorities, build capability and ensure consistent, high-quality HR partnership.  

Provide strategic consultation to leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, talent selection, succession planning, talent development and change management. 

Drive key people activities that strengthen employee engagement, reinforce behaviors aligned with CHS capabilities, support employee recognition and promote employee well-being.  

Lead and support annual people processes, including talent review, compensation planning, employee engagement survey action planning, goal setting and annual performance reviews.  

Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and facilitate ongoing talent discussions to support employee development, internal mobility and succession.  

Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence to provide business perspective on core HR processes and deliver effective HR services.  

Partner with the Employee Relations COE to address workplace concerns, performance management matters and other employee relations issues appropriately and consistently.  

Use people data and analytics to identify trends, assess organizational needs and recommend practical talent solutions.  

Support change-management and communication efforts related to business, organizational and people initiatives.  

Build productive working relationships with leaders and HR partners across the enterprise, including global HR leadership when applicable.  

Lead and participate in strategic HR projects and initiatives based on Transportation and enterprise business needs. 

Minimum Qualifications (required)

High school diploma or GED.  

10+ years of progressive human resources experience.  

7+ years of experience as an HR business partner, HR manager or in a comparable strategic HR leadership role.  

Experience leading, coaching or developing HR professionals or other team members.  

Direct experience supporting core people and talent processes, including employee engagement, talent acquisition, performance management, talent management, employee relations, learning and development, compensation planning and organizational effectiveness.  

Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing decisions across a complex business environment.  

Demonstrated experience applying people data and insights to inform business decisions and talent strategies.  

Working knowledge and practical application of employment laws and HR practices relevant to the role. 

Additional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field; MBA or master’s degree in Human Resources preferred.  

SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.  

Experience supporting transportation, logistics, operations, industrial, field-based or multi-location workforces preferred.  

Strong verbal and written communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills.  

Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive sound people decisions.  

Proven ability to connect talent strategy with business strategy and deliver measurable results.  

Ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of the organization, grounded in mutual trust and respect.  

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.  

Ability to balance transactional HR requirements with strategic, long-term initiatives.  

Ability to navigate complex and high-stress situations, respond promptly to stakeholders and coordinate effective resolution.  

Proficiency with SAP HR modules, AI tools and Microsoft 365. 

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.       

Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com; to verify that the communication is from CHS.

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