Human Resources Business Partner - TRATON R&D US, LLC

Position Overview

With its brands Scania, MAN, International and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON is one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Its range comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. At TRATON, we are convinced that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. Together with our brands we have the power to bring about decisive change. With the right resources, tools and guidelines, we support our brands in making the future of transportation more sustainable.

In April 2023, TRATON embarked on an ambitious journey to integrate independent brand Research & Development (R&D) Organizations in Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus into a single global TRATON R&D organization.

By integrating the capabilities and resources of our brands, we will accelerate the introduction of new technologies and solutions to deliver the most competitive products and solutions to our customers.

We currently have a great opportunity for an HR Business Partner on our TRATON USA’s R&D Team.

This position will be onsite 4 days per week in our Lisle, Illinois location.

The TRATON R&D organization is going through a major transformation with the target to become an even stronger Group by completing the establishment of a worldwide Group R&D organization. We are now looking for a new colleague within People & Culture, who wants to join the Group R&D HR change journey.

In the role of HR Business Partner, you will join the newly established Group HR R&D Team, collaborating closely with the Head of HR in the USA, Group R&D Managers, and International counterparts. Together, you will ensure the smooth execution of all HR processes to support R&D organizational objectives.

As our new R&D HR team is a Group sub team, we are working with all brands in the Group (Scania, MAN, International). In your role it’s therefore important to have a Group view and have frequent contact with all brands.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align HR initiatives with business goals, driving strategic projects that enhance organizational performance and support business growth
• Assist in the rollout of HR projects and initiatives, including talent development strategies, performance management, succession planning, and learning programs, in close collaboration with the Group R&D HR and senior leaders
• Provide operational HR support and collaborate with the local R&D HR Manager, while serving as a key liaison with the International, to effectively support day-to-day HR operations
• Ensure that all operational HR activities are carried out in compliance with corporate guidelines and local legislation, working closely with Group R&D HR, HR Managers, HRBPs, and International HR Administrators to maintain alignment and support
• Work closely with the International’s HR Team to maintain accurate HR records, ensuring that HR databases and systems are updated, and generate relevant reports to support decision-making
• Support managers from other countries who have teams in e.g. Sweden, Germany and the USA, ensuring smooth execution of processes and system workarounds as required to meet operational needs
• Assist in shaping and promoting the Employee Value Proposition, ensuring that the organization attracts, engages, and retains top talent by aligning HR initiatives with the company's culture and values
• Assist in strategic workforce planning activities by supporting HRBP and senior management in aligning staffing plans with the long-term business objectives.
• Identify opportunities for improving local HR processes, collaborating with Group R&D HR Specialists and HRBPs to streamline workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance efficiency across both operational and administrative HR function

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of HR or Organizational Development experience

OR

• Master's degree and at least 1 year of HR or Organizational Development experience

OR

• At least 5 years of HR or Organizational Development experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• SAP SucessFactors experience
• You should have strong collaboration skills and proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, preferably within TRATON, to align strategic initiatives with business goals
• Experience within in an international, matrix organization
• Comfort with complexity and ambiguity and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in driving strategic projects that enhance organizational performance and support business growth
• Ability to work closely with Group R&D HR, HR Managers, HRBPs, and International’s HR Team to maintain alignment and support as well as skilled in serving as a key liaison with the Brand representatives that are responsible to support Group R&D via service level agreements
• Understand how to pull, analyze, and influence with data.
• Experience in processes, key operation procedures and service level agreements
• We value a proactive mindset: You take responsibility, thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment, and show adaptability with a hands-on approach
• Strong business acumen and experience presenting to groups of all levels
• Team player and value service-oriented cooperation with managers and employees
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, coupled with the ability to manage sensitive information with reliability, discretion, and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

Company Overview

ABOUT TRATONWith its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.