Director, HR Business Partner

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Job description

Description:

This position can be based in any of the following locations; Omaha; Lincoln; or Kansas City

Baxter Auto Group is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States with almost 2,000 employees and representing 15 different automotive brands across our network of 22 stores. We philosophically believe our people are THE differentiating factor that distinguishes Baxter in the marketplace. We are focused on having superior employee experiences centered around four key pillars: well-being, purpose, belonging and growth. In the end, we want to ensure we're accomplishing three things: delivering on the Baxter employee experience including being great teammates to each other, taking tremendous care of our guests and representing our manufacturing brands with excellence.

Director, HR Business Partner

Function as the key HR Leadership partner to store General Managers and other store leadership to ensure strong business outcomes via effective talent, culture and leadership practices. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Internal people management coach for store leadership for assigned stores
• Working with General Managers and the talent team(s), effectively develop future leadership talent for current store succession and future store growth
• Utilizing the employee experience pulse surveying data and insights, better enable the exceptional execution of the Baxter Employee Experience Model within the assigned stores
• In partnership with other HR Business Partners, lead the employment practices team including policy and handbook updates, associated management training and strong execution of employment related processes within the stores
• Effectively implement the group multi-channel leadership development model with the stores
• Effectively implement the group provided tools, resources, training, etc. focused on execution of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging strategies.

Your Well-being. We care about your well-being and this position offers an extensive compensation and benefits offering including:

• Extensive benefit offering including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement programs, paid time off program, 401(k) with company match, health savings and flexible spending accounts, group and voluntary life insurance and voluntary short-term and long-term disability plans
• Flexible work arrangement options - including position being able to be based in Omaha, Lincoln or Kansas City areas
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases and vehicle servicing

Key, Preferred Qualifications include, but not limited to:

• Knowledge of modern, innovative HR models, tools, practices, platforms and approaches
• Ability to effectively lead and continually develop a strong HR team and be an effective member of the HR Leadership team
• Knowledge of EEO and ERISA laws and regulations
• 10+ years of business operational and/or HR leadership experience beneficial - especially with executive level leadership
• Ability to effectively interact and engage with all levels of roles from operational and client facing roles within the stores to senior level executives including store general managers
• A positive approach and team-first mindset where you are a great, collaborative and supportive teammate
• Forward thinking, progressive and dynamic - always focused on continuous improvement and individual and team growth and development
• Being curious, agile and having a desire to embrace new experiences
• Strong communication skills including having a welcoming approach, good listening skills and being empathic

Employment is contingent upon applicants' successful completion of the background check process and drug screening test. Baxter embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Baxter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Please refer to the job description for full details about the role.

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