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Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Toyota Material Handling
Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Join our Team as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner!

The Role

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with Associates and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and Associates that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Partnership

  • Partner with departmental and business leaders on strategic initiatives, including organizational engagement and culture, business transformation and restructures, workforce planning, performance management, career pathing, and succession planning.
  • Collaborate with leaders to identify training needs, ensure completion of required training, and support leadership/executive coaching and development.
  • Recommend training programs and partner with the Organizational Development (OD) team on career development tools, competency matrices, leadership programs, HR orientation, and the annual performance review process.
  • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, strengthen morale, increase productivity, and enhance retention.
  • Manage job and organizational structures in partnership with business leaders.

Talent Management & Associate Experience

  • Provide guidance and coaching to associates and leaders regarding engagement, performance management, talent assessment, career development, and retention strategies.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve the associate experience and implement innovative, sustainable solutions.
  • Support Talent Acquisition Partners throughout the recruitment life cycle.
  • Lead the off-boarding process, conduct exit interviews, identify trends, and recommend improvements.

Employee Relations & Compliance

  • Resolve employee relations matters, providing coaching and guidance to associates and leaders; conduct thorough, objective investigations.
  • Facilitate conflict-resolution measures and corrective action/discipline processes.
  • Monitor workplace practices for compliance with employment laws; interpret and provide guidance on policies; partner with Legal as needed.
  • Manage the reasonable accommodation process, including ADA, PWFA, and related requirements.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all associate information.

Centers of Excellence (COE) Partnerships

  • Partner with Total Rewards on compensation activities, including offer creation, equity, merit, bonus, growth adjustments, and promotions.
  • Lead and execute succession management activities on behalf of TMH.
  • Interpret and communicate TMH policy changes and updates across the organization.
  • Partner with Programs & Services on policy development, leave programs (including parental, medical/disability, military, unpaid leave), and related guidance.
  • Communicate and promote usage of recognition programs.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communication, Organizational Leadership or related field strongly preferred.
  • Highly developed written communication skills, verbal communication skills and conflict resolution skills a must (particularly dealing with people of diverse cultural and international backgrounds).
  • Ability to show initiative and work within a busy environment with conflicting priorities.
  • Able to observe strict confidentiality in all aspects of services provided.
  • Flexible work ethic to meet varying work load demands of the position.
  • Excellence in organization and time management; attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly.
  • Professional, positive, confident and energetic attitude.
  • Must be a team-player who enjoys working in a collaborative work environment
  • Commitment to lifelong learning and process improvement
  • Ability to convey complex information in an understandable format
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Where And When You’ll Work

  • This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, IN office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary - $94,020 - $120,540 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

World Class Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Performance Bonus
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
  • 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
  • Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
  • Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
  • Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers

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Salary : $94,020 - $120,540

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