Director, Human Resources Business Partner

Ford Motor Company

Ford HR director leading people strategy, talent management, and large-scale transformation. Partnering with senior leaders to align workforce plans and organizational effectiveness.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $138,240 - $261,720 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading HR strategy and organizational change management, with a strong focus on talent management, employee engagement, and performance improvement. Proven ability to collaborate with senior leaders and implement effective workforce plans aligned with business objectives.

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HR Strategy DevelopmentOrganizational DesignTalent ManagementChange ManagementPeople Leadership

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Hard Skills

Human Resources ManagementData AnalyticsQuantitative ReasoningPerformance ManagementTalent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementTotal Rewards ManagementOrganizational EffectivenessWorkforce PlanningChange Management Execution

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborationEmotional ResilienceAction-Oriented

Industry Keywords

HR Business PartnershipOrganizational DevelopmentEmployee RetentionLeadership DevelopmentCultural Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, implementation, and execution of the organization's HR strategy and overall HR program delivery
Drive HR strategy toward a culture of excellence and prepare leaders and teams for organizational change
Collaborate with HR and business leaders to promote employee engagement and results
Consult with senior business leaders on organizational design, effectiveness, and employee engagement
Translate company-wide objectives and initiatives into tailored strategies for the organization, technical leaders, and employees
Lead large-scale change management planning and execution affecting hundreds to thousands of employees
Implement organizational structures that improve individual and organizational performance while minimizing business disruption
Develop and implement organization-specific people and workforce plans and roadmaps aligned with business needs
Drive strategies to attract, engage, and retain world-class talent
Own execution of the talent management lifecycle, including talent acquisition, talent integration, performance management, total rewards management, employee engagement, and retention
Potentially lead a team of HR Business Partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related discipline is preferred, or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree or 10 years with a Bachelor's degree
Willingness to work in person at Ford's Dearborn, MI headquarters at least four days per week
Proven HR Business Partnership experience in organizational design, talent management, and leading transformation
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including direct management of Human Resources team members
Ability to establish trust and credibility quickly with leaders and stakeholders at all levels
Ability to influence, challenge, and partner effectively across the organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Data and analytics, quantitative reasoning, and data storytelling abilities
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Action-oriented, persistent, and courageous approach to complex situations
Motivated, decisive, and driven to succeed in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Strong emotional resilience in the face of change and challenge
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time