Strategic Human Resources Business Partner bei Toyota Material Handling North America

Join our Team as a Strategic Human Resources Business Partner!  

The Role:

The Strategic HR Business Partner is a business-minded, dynamic HR professional who will support HR functions including Associate relations, talent management, performance management, Associate engagement and a high-performing work culture.

This person must be results-oriented and partnership focused with an approach that is responsive and aligned with business strategies. In addition, this role will be instrumental in facilitating an Associate -oriented, high performing, and diverse and inclusive workplace culture. 

The Strategic HR 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:

• Partner with the departmental leaders of businesses they support on various strategic initiatives such as organization engagement and culture, transformation and business restructures, workforce planning, performance management and succession planning, etc.
• Provides guidance and coaching to Associates concerning Associate engagement, performance management, career development, talent assessment and retention.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement to the Associate experience and partners with leaders to develop and implement innovative solutions.
• Support Talent Acquisition Partners in managing the life-cycle of the recruitment process to include: working with hiring managers to identify the required knowledge, skills and abilities, and the sourcing and recruiting, screening, and hiring of successful candidates.
• Involved in policy and program creation to attract, retain, and promote a diverse workforce.
• Partner with business leaders to identify training needs for Associates. Follows up to ensure Associates are trained.
• Work with business leaders on leadership coaching and development.
• Conduct training needs assessments and recommend training programs to the Training and Development Team.
• Resolve employee relations matters by providing guidance and coaching to leaders and associates. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Facilitate conflict-resolution measures and corrective action/discipline processes as needed.
• Conduct HR orientation program that introduces organizational policies, procedures, organizational culture and facilitates staff retention for new Associates.
• Lead and facilitate the off-boarding process; conduct exit interviews with Associates.
• Manage the annual performance review process and provide ongoing support on performance management.
• Communicate health and wellness, retirement and other benefits programs provided by TMH.
• Lead TMH’s annual merit and bonus process. Make recommendations to ensure compensation strategy aligns with the organization's performance-based culture and also remains competitive with relevant external markets.
• Lead and execute Succession Management activities on behalf of TMH.
• Monitor workplace practices to ensure full compliance with all applicable employment laws; provide guidance and interpretation of existing policies as needed.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Interpret TMH policies and communicate changes/additions throughout the organization.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Manages job and organizational structures in partnership with the business.
• Creates departmental competency matrixes in partnership with the business.
• Utilizes tools such as career mapping/competency matrix to define career paths and development of Associates.
• Maintain compliance systems and records such as e-verify and i-9 requirements.
• Track temporary associate information in ADP.
• Communicate and recommend recognition program usage within TMH.
• Oversee job shadow program.
• Advises associates and managers on the organization's leave programs, including maternity or paternity leave, medical or disability leave, military leave, or unpaid leave.
• Manage reasonable accommodation process to include ADA, PWFA, etc.
• Utilize and maintain HRIS with accurate employee records.
• Preserves confidentiality of Associate information.

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.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• 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

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 - $83,340 - $106,845 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 or https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers or https://www.toyotaforklift.com/toyota-heavy-duty-careers

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