Jesús Sosa Calderón

Human Capital Manager (Plant HR Leader) at Convertipap (2024-11 – 2026-02)

Head count +950. Reporting to Director of Administration.

Acted as a strategic business partner to the plant manager, advising on critical decisions related to workforce planning and organizational structure.
Reduced turnover by 60%, improving engagement and operational stability.
Led labor relations and collective bargaining agreements, ensuring union stability and a positive labor environment.
Promoted a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement (LEAN).
Designed and implemented talent development and succession planning strategies for key positions.
Implemented and measured HR KPIs (turnover, absenteeism, training efficiency) using visual management and Gemba practices.
Audited full compliance with labor law (LFT, INFONAVIT, STPS, IMSS), corporate policies, and ethical standards, including internal investigations.

HR Corporate Director at THIELMANN (2021-09 – 2024-10)

Head count +900. Reporting to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and CHRO.

Directed and executed global HR strategy across 6 countries (USA, UK, France, Germany, Mexico and Spain) aligning human capital with business objectives.
Guided organizational transformation and workforce planning to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Executed global talent management, succession planning, and performance management systems.
Managed labor relations and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Deployed HRIS (Cornerstone) to strengthen HR processes and analytics.
Recruited indirect employees and executive levels.
Participated in Sustainability actions.

HR Manager & Corporate HR Coordinator at THIELMANN (2020-06 – 2021-08)

Head count +900. Reporting to Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Coordinated HR operations across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, while leading the plant in Mexico.
Standardized HR processes, performance management, and talent development frameworks.
Supported leadership in organizational effectiveness and workforce planning.

HR Manager at THIELMANN (2017-01 – 2020-06)

Head count +300. Reporting to Managing Director.

Led HR operations in an industrial environment, including labor relations, talent management, and compliance.
Implemented retention strategies and succession planning programs.
Managed union negotiations and ensured compliance with labor regulations.
Oversaw HR budget and workforce optimization initiatives.
Supervised HR operations.

Freelance at Fábricas del Papel Potosí (2016-11 – 2016-12)

Head count +600. Reporting to Managing Director.

Responsible for carrying out an Integral evaluation of legal requirements and other applicable of labor, safety and environmental requirements; regarding operation, safe practices, staff interviews and best practices.
Documented HR polices and EHS procedures.
Transition between EHS to HR.

EHS & Security Manager at Caterpillar (2015-06 – 2016-11)

Reporting to Managing Director.

Defined and executed the EHS&S strategy for two facilities.
Ensured regulatory compliance in safety, environmental, and occupational health standards.
Implemented ISO 14001 and risk prevention programs.
Managed site security programs (CTPAT & NEEC).
Assessed and controlled EHS and ergonomics risks; led the Ergonomics Committee.
Developed procedures, training programs, and documentation.
Managed unionized workforce and contractors.
Implemented HR policies and coordinated HR organizational initiatives.

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