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Senior Human Resources Manager

HR Connections Executive Search
Novi, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026

Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Impact & Opportunity


The Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner serves as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, partnering with corporate functions to align HR strategies with business objectives. This role drives organizational effectiveness, talent development, employee engagement, and overall business performance within a complex, global environment.

Working closely with executive leaders and HR Centers of Excellence, this individual will lead key talent initiatives, provide leadership coaching, and support organizational growth and transformation. The role also contributes to the overall employee experience and HR operations at corporate headquarters.


Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational priorities and business objectives.
  • Provide strategic guidance and coaching on employee relations, organizational effectiveness, performance management, and talent development.
  • Lead core HR processes, including talent reviews, succession planning, workforce planning, and annual compensation planning.
  • Analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends and recommend strategies that improve engagement, retention, and organizational performance.
  • Support organizational design, change management, and business transformation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence across talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and talent management.
  • Promote an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture.
  • Support corporate headquarters HR initiatives, including employee engagement, policy guidance, and employee experience programs.
  • Monitor HR metrics and reporting, including headcount, turnover, and workforce budgets, to inform business decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws and regulations.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience
  • 10 years of progressive HR experience, including strategic HR business partnering with senior leaders and executives.
  • Experience supporting C-suite and corporate functions within a complex, matrixed organization.
  • Strong background in employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and leadership coaching.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, build credibility, and partner effectively across all levels of an organization.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
  • Working knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global business environment.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience within the global automotive industry or another complex, multinational organization.
  • Familiarity with HR information systems, particularly SAP SuccessFactors.


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