Senior Manager, HR Business Partner

Location

Purpose

The Senior Manager, HR Business Partner position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units, serving as a consultant to executive management on HR issues. Anticipating organizational needs, they develop data-driven recommendations and partnerships across HR functions to align management and employees with business goals.

Major Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to executive management aiding in business and functional plans.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team in a high-growth rapidly changing environment.
• Understand business goals and implement innovative approaches for continual improvement.
• Provide performance management guidance and coaching to management.
• Facilitate HR Programs and strategies through collaboration with clients and HR functional groups.
• Offer guidance and coaching on employee relations issues, focusing on scalable processes.
• Provide input on business function restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.

Major Responsibilities (continued)

• Proactively assess business performance and drive data-driven actions to support strategic objectives.
• Contribute to organizational design efforts to align structure with strategic goals.
• Utilize data to identify trends and recommend scalable solutions for people processes.
• Navigate rapid and complex work environments with autonomy and discretion.
• Monitor employee experience and engagement to ensure a high level of satisfaction.
• Oversee separation processes, including exit interviews and regulatory compliance.
• Lead a team of HR professionals at various levels.

Authority

• Exercise independent judgment with employee relations-related decisions.
• Provide recommendations to executive management regarding employees, business restructures, and necessary training.
• Manage and sign off on approved budget amounts.
• Provide direction to HRBPs.

Education

Related Experience

• Eight or more years of direct HR experience.
• Three or more years of supervisory experience is required.
• Automotive OEM industry experience is preferred.

Skills/Knowledge

• Broad knowledge of HR functions to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to quickly build trusting relationships, gain credibility, and partner with leaders and peers.
• Strong change management and project management skills.
• Ability to motivate, influence, and optimize working relationships with senior leadership.

Certification

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or HRBP certification desired.

Physical Requirements

Work Model

Affiliate

Compensation

Benefits

• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(K) company match
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
• Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits)