Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Rhenus Automotive is offering the chance to be a part of a global entity in our growing division of North America. We provide a wide variety of employment opportunities for our communities with entry and advanced management-level positions.

We are offering the chance for professionals to start or continue their journey in the world of automotive production while serving the needs of global automotive manufacturers. This gives us a unique opportunity to help foster, mentor, and grow young professionals in their future career pursuits while allowing those with more advanced knowledge in the world of automotive manufacturing to have key strategic leadership roles.

Our culture: We take great pride in being an employer that focuses on our people and their individual potential. We offer great opportunities for your personal growth and are known for the great care we take with customers and employees alike. We are focused on cultivating a friendly work environment and enabling the free exchange of ideas.

The Position: Senior Human Resources Business Partner

• This is not a remote position.
• Position location: Charlotte NC
• Travel will be required as needed, up to 40%.
• We offer high-quality benefits at competitive rates.
• We offer great PTO from the first year of service and more than the average amount of paid holidays.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Leads HR strategy on new business integration and project ramp up, including travel as needed.
• Helps review and develop compensation and leadership strategies.
• Leads strategic initiatives for organizational alignment to optimize operational programs and processes.
• Conducts market research to help implement organizational programs.
• Attends regular meetings as assigned.
• Generates reports and extracts data as assigned.
• Review of KPIs and analyzes trends and metrics to help develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of employment laws, helping to reduce legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partners with the plant HR, external compliance officer and legal counsel as needed to ensure company compliance.
• Works closely with the Managing Directors on developing and implementing company policies and processes.
• Provides guidance and input on organizational restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs and proposes a selection of training providers, concepts, and schedules to be reviewed by corporate management.
• Oversees process of employment Visa's.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex matters in an easily understandable manner to different audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills such as active listening and empathy with the ability to relate to individuals from different backgrounds and situations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of deriving and understanding data from a variety of sources and the ability to make independent suggestions based on that data.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, employee relations, payroll, and performance management.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a Strategic Human Resources role or relatable experience.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) desired but not required.
• Project Management experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to frequently travel, both to domestic and international destinations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Disclaimer: Rhenus Automotive provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.