Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Pay Range: $144,000/yr. – $173,000/yr. based on experience and qualifications

The Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to our corporate leadership and a trusted advocate for employees within a 400+ person manufacturing organization. This role partners closely with business leaders to align people’s strategies with business objectives, building a culture of accountability, performance, and engagement.

The Senior Manager plays a critical role in organizational transformation, workforce strategy, and talent development, while ensuring employee relations practices are fair, consistent, and compliant. The HRBP operates with both a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach, supporting leaders as coach, consultant, and change agent in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Business Partnership & Leadership

• Serve as the primary HR advisor to corporate leadership, translating business goals into aligned talent and workforce strategies.
• Provide counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Partner with HR leadership to ensure enterprise initiatives are aligned and executed consistently across the organization. 

Employee Relations, Compliance & Risk Management

• Lead complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, labor practices, and company policies, reducing risk through proactive guidance.
• Coach leaders on appropriate employee actions and sound decision-making while maintaining fair and consistent practices. 

Talent, Development & Performance Management

• Guide leaders on performance management, career development, and talent assessment.
• Identify training needs and partner with managers to build leadership and technical capability
• Support compensation planning, job architecture, and talent reviews for corporate teams.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Team to elevate corporate talent 

Culture, Change & Engagement

• Act as a change Manager and influencer, supporting organizational transformation and culture initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to foster employee engagement, collaboration, and positive accountability.
• Drive initiatives that enhance talent retention, team effectiveness, and employee experience. 

Analytics, Operations & Effectiveness

• Analyze trends and metrics (turnover, engagement, performance) to identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop solutions, programs, and strategies grounded in data and business insight.
• Continuously improve HR processes to support operational excellence and scalability. 
• Other Duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s degree required; HR or related field preferred (advanced degree a plus).
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience; prior HRBP experience required.
• Fluent in Portuguese or Spanish required.
• Manufacturing, operations, or CPG experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading change initiatives and culture transformation programs.
• Strong employee relations expertise in environments with hourly and professional workforces.
• High business acumen with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Exceptional communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ability to cultivate a collaborative team environment