PlataPlata

Head of Human Resources (Operations)

Added 8 hours ago

The Operations team is the core engine of the company, responsible for delivering day-to-day execution across functions such as Customer Care, logistics, Ambassadors, among others. It is typically a high-volume, fast-paced environment where efficiency, scalability, and service quality are critical.

The HR function supporting Operations plays a key role in ensuring the right talent, structure, and processes are in place to sustain growth, optimize performance, and maintain a strong employee experience at scale.

Challenges that await you:

  • Managing HR at scale in a high-volume, fast-changing operational environment.
  • Acting as the strategic HR partner for the Operations organization, aligning people strategy with business goals.
  • Leading all HR efforts for Operations, including workforce planning, hiring strategy, onboarding, performance management, engagement, and retention.
  • Collaborating with HR Ops, Talent Acquisition, and other HR functions to ensure seamless execution of processes at scale.
  • Balancing business demands (speed, efficiency, cost) with employee experience and engagement.
  • Reducing attrition and improving retention in operational roles.
  • Building structure and consistency in environments that may be evolving or partially unstructured.
  • Supporting rapid hiring needs while maintaining quality of talent.
  • Driving performance and accountability across large teams with diverse profiles.
  • Navigating labor complexity, including shifts, schedules, and operational constraints.
  • Influencing business leaders and driving people decisions in a highly execution-focused environment.

What makes you a great fit:

  • 7+ years of experience in HR, with strong exposure to Operations, Customer Support, or high-volume environments.
  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Lead supporting large Operations teams.
  • Strong understanding of workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations in operational settings.
  • Experience managing large populations (e.g., Customer Support).
  • Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
  • Strong data-driven mindset, with experience using metrics to drive decisions.
  • Solid knowledge of labor law and HR compliance.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence senior leaders.
  • High adaptability and comfort working in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
  • Fluent English and Spanish is required.

Our ways of working:

  • Innovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
  • Honest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communication.
  • Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community.
  • Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together.
  • High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances.