Genuine Parts Company

Senior People Partner

Genuine Parts Company$100K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma and 7-10 years of HR experience, particularly in high-growth settings.
  • 3-5+ years of leadership experience and driving results without direct authority.
  • Strong understanding of HR principles, employment law, and compliance.
  • Experience supporting multiple locations for HR operational success.
  • Proficient in HR components like talent acquisition, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize people analytics to inform data-driven decision making.
  • Foster a growth mindset and develop talent pipelines.
  • Drive multiple projects to successful outcomes with self-motivation.
  • Align HR strategies with business goals in partnership with leadership.
  • Act as a change agent to implement best practices in HR processes.
  • Analyze HR trends and metrics to create effective programs and policies.
  • Coach leaders on employee relations and policy matters.

Benefits

  • Innovative and collaborative work environment.
  • Potential for professional growth and skill development.
  • Opportunity to influence HR practices at a strategic level.
  • Engagement with a diverse workforce across multiple locations.
Full Job Description

Job Summary
The Sr. People Partner role serves as a trusted HR advisor and leader for the NAPA People (HR) team implementing high-impact people initiatives supporting multiple locations. The role will fulfill responsibilities in the following functional areas: people analytics, data analytics, talent acquisition, talent planning, onboarding, learning and development, employee engagement, performance management, compensation, and compliance. The Sr. People Partner ensures the engagement of NAPA’s growing employee workforce by effectively managing all components of the employee lifecycle to drive NAPA strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Data-backed decision-making approach, people analytics-collecting and applying organizational, people, and talent data to improve critical business outcomes.
  • Growth mindset, continual talent planning, upskilling, creating a talent pipeline.
  • High degree of self-motivation and initiative in managing multiple projects, contributing to group goals, and driving results
  • Partners with leadership to align HR strategy to business strategy.
  • Acts as change agent to business through process design and approaches that support change and transformation – striving to lead mutual processes to best practice status.
  • Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR peers to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
  • Provides day-to-day coaching to leadership on a variety of actions to include employee relations issues, policy interpretation and application.
  • Talent planning, talent management, strategic workforce planning, utilizing tools to attract top talent, assisting with developing employee’s skills, conducing assessments, development, and organizational design consultation.
  • Conducts ongoing supply and demand analysis for business partners on current and future state staffing and skill needs and designs talent acquisition strategies to meet those needs.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition team to review and monitor staffing needs, and ensure facilities remain staffed to meet priority business needs.
  • Remains current on trends and innovative recruiting techniques to compete in market and within industry.
  • Leads and/or supports annual HR cycle deliverables to include performance management; merit and bonus awards; benefits enrollment; etc.
  • Evaluates issues, patterns, and trends to provide initiative-taking insights for HR solution and program designs i.e., training to address certain needs.
  • Partners with Payroll; HRIS; and Compensation and Benefits functions as needed to provide solutions for clients.
  • Partners with appropriate leaders to grow the capacity of the organization’s key talent to include high potential identification (via Talent Planning COE) and associated development programming, etc.
  • Implements excellent HR operations across all sites within designated area of responsibility.
  • All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma and 7-10 years of experience implementing HR process in a high growth environment.
  • 3-5+ years proven ability to lead teams and drive results without direct reporting authority.
  • Proven solid foundation and knowledge of principles & practice of HR including employment law & compliance requirements.
  • Experience supporting multiple locations to drive HR operational success.
  • Proven experience in delivery of People team components to include talent acquisition, talent planning, onboarding, learning and development, employee engagement, performance management, compensation, and compliance.
  • Client management and business literacy skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent people skills and effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to effectively coach employees and management through complex and difficult issues.
  • Experience with payroll, compliance, benefits administration and unemployment claims processing.
  • Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
  • Tenured experience with HRIS systems, reporting and analytics tools.
  • Ability to thrive in an ambiguous and rapidly changing environment, set high personal goals and work independently.
  • Ability to organize, multi-task and prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to make recommendation to effectively resolve problems or issues.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Proven acuity in MS office suite, internet, and data-base management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field.
  • 10+ years’ experience and 5+ years proven ability to lead teams and drive results without direct reporting authority.
  • SHRM or HRCI certification (SHRM-SCP or SPHR) a plus.
  • Workday and Kronos experience preferred.
  • Experience supporting a corporate business environment.

Leadership

  • Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.
  • Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.
  • Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.
  • Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.

People Capabilities

  • Business Acumen: Must possess industry, organization, and financial knowledge.
  • Strategic Consulting: Must be able to provide consultative problem-solving, as well as project and risk management competency.
  • Relationship Management: Must promote collaboration, networking, persuasion, and influence.
  • Data Judgement: Must be able to provide data foundations, interpretation, and storytelling.
  • Talent Management: Provide strategic HR expertise, employee experience management, change management and technological savviness.
  • Agility: Must lead with a growth mindset and drive innovation and iteration.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

  • Physical requirements: normal office environment, ability to sit, stand and operation office equipment.
  • Travel requirements: Some travel may be required.
  • Other: Ability to work onsite four or more days a week
  • Can work extended hours when project demands.

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About Genuine Parts Company

Genuine Parts Company is a service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive replacement parts, industrial replacement parts, office products and electrical/electronic materials. The Company operates in four: Automotive Parts Group, Industrial Parts Group, Office Products Group and Electrical/Electronic Materials Group. The Automotive Parts Group distributes automotive parts and accessory items. In addition to over 427,000 available part numbers, the Company offers inventory, cataloging, marketing, training and other programs in the automotive aftermarket. The Industrial Parts Group is operated as Motion Industries, Inc. (Motion), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. During the year ended December 31, 2012, the Company's business were conducted throughout the United States, in Canada and in Mexico from approximately 2,000 locations. On February 1, 2012, the Company acquired Light Fabrications Inc.

Genuine Parts Company Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to explore job opportunities at Genuine Parts Company, a global leader in the distribution of automotive and industrial parts. Our team is growing, and we are looking for skilled professionals eager to drive innovation and lead in the industry. Work You’ll Do Join Genuine Parts Company’s dynamic team to help advance our mission of distributing quality parts and services across the globe. As part of our team, you will engage in meaningful work that supports automotive and industrial advancements and sustainability. Transform your career with opportunities for growth and leadership in a company that values diversity and inclusion. At Genuine Parts Company, we believe in empowering our employees with the tools and training necessary to excel in their professional journey. Lead with Impact At Genuine Parts Company, you are positioned to lead at the intersection of industry expertise, operational excellence, and digital innovation. Work alongside a dedicated team of over 50,000 employees worldwide who are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Collaborate with industry experts and enhance your professional network through our extensive networking events and professional development programs. Our commitment to diversity training ensures an inclusive environment where all ideas are valued. Introducing Genuine Parts Company Career Development We are committed to building a supportive environment where you can grow your career. Genuine Parts Company offers a variety of job opportunities, from entry-level positions to leadership roles, each with competitive benefits and the potential for growth. Do Innovative Work Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Genuine Parts Company is a place where you can bring your unique skills and perspectives to tackle challenging projects and drive significant impact. Be Part of a Great Team Experience a culture that champions teamwork, leadership, and professional growth. Our team at Genuine Parts Company thrives on collaboration and the shared pursuit of excellence in the automotive and industrial sectors. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Genuine Parts Company, where we offer a range of job opportunities and the support you need to succeed. From internships to full-time positions, our roles are designed to challenge you and foster your professional growth. Explore Discover the various career paths available at Genuine Parts Company and find the perfect match for your skills and interests. Whether you are updating your resume, preparing for an interview, or seeking a leadership role, we provide the resources to support your aspirations. The Genuine Parts Company Difference Our commitment to innovation, leadership, and diversity sets us apart in the industry. Join us and contribute to a team that is dedicated to providing outstanding service and quality parts to our customers worldwide. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH GENUINE PARTS COMPANY JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Genuine Parts Company.
Learn more about Genuine Parts Company
Size
52,000 employees
Market Cap
$24.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$29.1 million
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+4.2%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
NASDAQ

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