Manager, HR Business Partner

Job-ID: 73714Category: Human ResourcesLocation: Dearborn, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridPosted: 2026-10-29Closes: 2026-11-06We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?If you are looking for an opportunity to become part of a dynamic Human Resources team your search ends here! Ford has an exciting opening for a Manager, HR Business Partner. As a Manager, HR Business Partner, you will provide strategic HR partnership to business operations leaders in a function, market, or business unit. You will work closely with senior leaders to help shape and execute an HR agenda that enables delivery of the organization’s goals. In this role, you will partner closely with the HR Business Partner Director and your peers to optimize talent, engagement, and the overall employee experience. QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor’s degree5+ years of HR experienceWillingness to relocate, depending on location of jobExperience with organization design and change managementWillingness to work in person at Ford’s Dearborn, MI headquarters Even better, you may have...Master’s degree in Human Resources, an MBA with a concentration in human resources, or advanced degree in a related field (e.g., industrial/organizational psychology, organizational effectiveness, organizational development, human factors, social science)Experience in management consultingExperience supporting a global teamExperience supporting Tech/Design teamsExperience with recruiting, including executive recruiting, and onboardingStrong project management skills with a high level of attention to detailYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680-212,760.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-SL2ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...HR Business Partners perform a specialized type of HR work focused on HR consulting with the business, including: HR consulting and coaching: Partner with business leaders to solve significant people and culture issues, providing guidance across key employment areas such as hiring, performance management, rewards, and organization design. Enabling business change: Collaborate with leaders to support and advance proactive People and Culture strategies aligned to business objectives.HR program advocacy: Communicate the business value of HR initiatives and support program rollouts in a way that minimizes disruption to operations.Talent Partnership: Work closely with business leaders and Human Resources Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent and Recruiting) on key initiatives such as workforce planning, high-potential development, succession planning, etc.Organization Design and Change Management: Support leaders through organization design efforts and lead medium- to large-scale change initiatives impacting teams and functions.A great HR Business Partner is someone who:Establishes trust and credibility quickly with leaders and stakeholders at all levelsDemonstrates the ability to influence and appropriately challenge stakeholders across the organizationBrings strong written and verbal communication skillsApplies data and analytics, quantitative reasoning, and data storytelling to inform decisions and drive outcomesWorks collaboratively in a team-oriented environmentIs action-oriented, persistent, and courageous in navigating complex situationsIs motivated, decisive, and driven to succeed in ambiguous, fast-paced environmentsDemonstrates strong emotional resilience in the face of change and challenge