Ferguson · 7 hours ago
HR Business Partner - Technology
Newport News, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$8,233.34/mo - $13,175/mo
5+ years expFerguson is a company that values well-being and hard work, and they are seeking an HR Business Partner - Technology to support their Technology Corporate Function. This role involves acting as a strategic advisor to leadership, shaping and implementing people strategies to drive business performance and organizational evolution.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leaders to anticipate future workforce needs, identify critical capability gaps, and develop long-range talent strategies aligned with business growth and transformation
Partner with HR teams in the Technology Global Capability Center (GCC) in India to align practices, strengthen collaboration, and support U.S. leaders in understanding and adapting to cross-cultural ways of working
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing coaching on leadership effectiveness, organizational influence, and enterprise thinking
Partner with management and the Employment Practices Group (EPG) to proactively address sophisticated employee relations issues, mitigate risk, and promote a positive workplace culture
Collaborate with HR Center of Excellence (COE) to help shape and deploy enterprise programs in compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and employee experience with a focus on business relevance and adoption
Help lead complex organizational design initiatives, including restructuring, role clarity, and operating model evolution to support scalability and agility
Translate workforce data (e.g., engagement, attrition, inclusion metrics, talent mobility) into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Champion a culture of belonging, accountability, and continuous improvement by embedding principles into talent practices and leadership behaviors
Architect and lead change strategies that build alignment, reduce resistance, and develop a culture of adaptability and innovation
Drive enterprise-wide talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development in partnership with Talent COEs
Qualification
Required
5+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience in a strategic HRBP role or related discipline
Knowledge of HR subject areas including organizational design, talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Proficiency in HRIS (e.g., Workday), Microsoft Office – Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and data reporting tools
Expertise and shown ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across complex, matrixed organizations
Strong professionalism with ability to communicate across all levels of associates, including regular dialogue with leaders and executives
Shown ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team
Deep understanding of business operations, financial drivers, and market dynamics
Can lead large-scale change initiatives with empathy, clarity, and resilience
Navigate conflict, feedback, and sensitive issues with insight and tact
Strong capability in interpreting people data and trends to advise on strategy and decision-making
Preferred
Preferred experience working with corporate function departments, specifically technology leaders/departments
Preferred experience working in or supporting global teams, with strong cultural awareness and the ability to bridge collaboration across U.S. and India-based teams
Experience supporting in a large, fast-paced and matrixed organization is strongly preferred
Leadership experience preferred
HR certifications (SHRM-CP or SCP, PHR/SPHR) desired
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming and family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
Company
Ferguson
Since 1953, Ferguson has been a leading source of quality supplies for a variety of industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2025-09-18Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2008-11-12IPO
Leadership Team
Kevin Murphy
President & Chief Executive Officer
Blake Luse
Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy & Planning
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