Director, Human Resources Business Partner

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

As part of our Human Resources team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You’ll play a vital role in defining, developing and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We’re seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best.

What you'll do...

• Lead the design, implementation, and execution of the organization’s HR strategy and overall HR program delivery, spanning organization design, talent and workforce planning, and all company and organization HR objectives.
• Drive the organization and HR strategy toward a culture of excellence; prepare leaders and teams to embrace organizational change; and collaborate with HR and business leaders to ensure employees are engaged and inspired to deliver results in a dynamic, challenging environment.
• Consult with senior business leaders to enhance organizational design & effectiveness, as well as drive employee engagement.
• Translate company-wide objectives and initiatives into tailored strategies that meet the specific needs of the organization, technical leaders, and employees.
• Lead large-scale change management planning and execution impacting hundreds to thousands of employees. Implement organizational structures that improve individual and organizational performance, including during periods of rapid change, while minimizing business disruption.
• Develop and implement organization-specific people and workforce plans and roadmaps that align talent with business needs. Drives strategies to attract, engage, and retain world-class talent to support business growth.
• Own accountability for execution of the talent management lifecycle including talent acquisition, talent integration, performance management, total rewards management, employee engagement, and retention.
• Based on business priorities and organizational requirements, this role may include people leadership responsibility to a team of HR Business Partners.

You’ll have...

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree or 10 years with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or a related field
• Willingness to work in person at Ford’s Dearborn, MI headquarters at least four days per week

Even better, you may have...

• Prior experience supporting a technology company or a technology-aligned business unit
• Proven track record of strong HR Business Partnership with experience in organizational design, talent management, and leading transformation.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including direct management of Human Resources team members
• Even better, you may have...
• Establish trust and credibility quickly with leaders and stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrates the ability to influence, challenge, and partner effectively across the organization
• Brings strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leverages data and analytics, quantitative reasoning, and data storytelling to inform decisions and drive outcomes
• Works collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Is action-oriented, persistent, and courageous in navigating complex situations
• Is motivated, decisive, and driven to succeed in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Demonstrates strong emotional resilience in the face of change and challenge

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service 
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day 
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. 

This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $138,240-261,720.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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