Cox Automotive is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), Senior Manager. This position serves as an influential partner, advising clients in the Enterprise Finance and Accounting and Fleet Services Finance organizations. This role leads the development and implementation of progressive people strategy and organizational programs that grow the business and enable the business / function to deliver on its business commitments. Provides thought leadership to ensure organizational operating effectiveness and quality of talent in the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and lead people strategy opportunities and choices to compete and succeed . Drive the creation, execution and alignment of the People Solutions and plans as part of the overall business strategy. Partner with the business to develop and execute talent management strategies that optimize the contribution of Team Members in line with business goals to drive competitive advantage.
- Interpret data insightfully and generate original insights for strategic talent priorities . Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify root causes of issues, develop solutions and drive continuous improvement of talent priorities. Be an insights advocate that reviews external data and trends and provides relevant insight back into the business. Creating winning solutions to keep the business ahead of the competition.
- D eliver better, quicker results through the expertise, resources and connections of your network . Work collaboratively with People Solutions Centers of Excellence to optimize the effectiveness of the business. Be the account manager for the rest of People Solutions, ensuring market/business/function receives the best support to support the delivery of the business and people strategies.
- Anticipate and respond to changing business needs . Influence lasting change in assigned businesses by serving as a change advocate on companywide strategies and initiatives. Lead smooth organizational transitions using best practice change management methodologies.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Legal & Regulatory Environment
- Managing Multiple Priorities
- Talent acumen
- Change leadership
- Relationship building
- Learning agility
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or a related field preferred with 8+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources disciplines including a strategic focus. A candidate may also have a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience or a Ph.D. with 3+ years of experience. A non-degreed candidate will have 12+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience working with, coaching and influencing senior leaders
- Strong HR and business acumen, including problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and self-initiative
- Must have the ability to diagnose a problem and identify and drive appropriate solutions
- Proven experience in a leadership role in a growing, evolving organization
- Flexibility to travel approximately 15%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate degree in business, Human Resources or a related field
- Human Resources certification such as PHR, SPHR or GPHR
- Experience managing HR professionals and/or people leaders directly or indirectly strongly
- Active emotional intelligence including a precise ability to listen, ask questions, and understand others to adjust one's own actions
- Experience supporting finance teams in a fast-paced environment
- Using data analysis and insights to drive fact-based decision making
USD 108,800.00 - 181,400.00 per year
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary of $108,800.00 - $181,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
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