Cox Enterprises · 7 hours ago
HR Business Partner Manager (Detroit/Flint)
Detroit MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$102K/yr - $169K/yr
6+ years expCox Automotive is a leading company transforming the automotive industry through innovative technology and exceptional service. They are seeking an HR Business Partner Manager to partner with leaders across various departments to design and deliver People Solutions programs that align with business strategies and ensure compliance with labor laws and agreements.
AdvertisingBroadcastingDigital MediaTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deliver People Solutions programs across multiple locations and business areas, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and goals
Advise leaders on the implications of business decisions, strategies, and change efforts, particularly as they relate to unionized environments
Serve as the primary point of contact for union representatives, facilitating positive labor-management relations and effective communication
Support collective bargaining negotiations, contract administration, and grievance/arbitration processes
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local labor laws, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), and with collective bargaining agreements
Consult with leaders, managers, supervisors, and employees to resolve employee and labor relations issues, providing guidance on contract interpretation and dispute resolution
Coach and counsel leaders and managers on effective leadership, management, and supervisory skills, with a focus on positive workforce dynamics
Monitor adherence to company People Solutions policies and consult with leadership on policy interpretation and application in union settings
Analyze and synthesize people data to advise leaders on key talent strategies, workforce planning, and organizational design
Collaborate with People Solutions and business partners to develop policies, programs, tools, and analytical processes to enhance people processes and organizational effectiveness
Conduct needs analyses to capture business requirements and essential capabilities, including those specific to unionized environments
Manage and enhance onboarding for new hires, including union orientation as required
Conduct employee exit interviews and advise management on identified issues and concerns
Support investigations of employee and labor issues and complaints to ensure timely and appropriate action
Facilitate and influence leaders in the development of effective organizational designs that support business objectives
Proactively assess business risk related to labor relations and develop recommendations for mitigation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field
6 years progressive experience in HR experience
2 years experience in leading or supporting collective bargaining, grievance, and arbitration processes
Demonstrated ability to analyze org and labor issues, determine root causes and create solutions
Demonstrated ability to build effective, consultative relationship with client group in complex settings
Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and collective bargaining agreements
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment
Skilled in two way communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution
Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions
Preferred
Master's degree in Human Resources
Professional Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR
Benefits
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
Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members
Bereavement leave
Time off to vote
Jury duty leave
Volunteer time off
Military leave
Parental leave
Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement planning (401(k))
Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO)
Company
Cox Enterprises
Cox Enterprises is a communications, media, and automotive services company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.7M2014-12-15Grant· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Alexander Taylor
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Patrick O'Boyle
Senior Vice President of Corporate Development
Recent News
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