HR Business Partner II; Manheim Dallas Market Center

Job Summary

Company:
Cox Automotive – USA. Position: HR Business Partner II (Group People Solutions).

Location:

Manheim Dallas or Manheim DFW (onsite). No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location.

Work shift:

Day. Flexible work option: none. Travel: up to 25% of the time (5% of the time generally).

Compensation:
Base salary in the range of $67,100.00 - $; eligibility for incentive program.

• HR Service Delivery & Business Support
  :
  Provide tactical HR support across key People Solutions areas including compensation and benefits, employee engagement and communications, training and development, and employee lifecycle programs. Serve as a point of contact for managers and employees, providing timely and practical solutions.
• Employee Relations & Policy Guidance
  :
  Advise managers and employees on application of People Solutions policies and regulatory requirements. Partner with HRBPs and Employee Relations on employee concerns and issue resolution. Support fair and consistent application of workplace practices.
• Program Implementation & Coordination
  :
  Support implementation of People Solutions programs and process changes (e.g., talent, performance, compensation cycles). Coordinate program logistics, communications, and reporting. Assist managers with execution of change initiatives.
• Talent & Workforce Support
  :
  Support HRBPs in executing talent and workforce initiatives including talent and succession planning, employee development, and workforce planning activities. Help promote a culture of development and employee engagement across teams.
• Data, Reporting & Insights
  :
  Conduct exit interviews. Gather, analyze, and interpret HR data (engagement, exit feedback, workforce metrics, talent) to identify trends and insights. Build reports and presentations to support HRBPs and leaders in decision making. Partner with People Analytics to translate data into actionable recommendations.
• Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
  :
  Support process improvement efforts to enhance HR service delivery and organizational effectiveness. Collaborate across People Solutions (HRBPs, COEs, etc.) to align on priorities and execution. Contribute to broader HR initiatives and projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2 years’ experience in a related field; or a different combination such as a master’s degree or Ph.D. with up to 2 years’ experience; or 6 years’ experience in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced analytical thinking, business acumen, consulting skills, legal and regulatory knowledge, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced partnership building, effective communication, driving innovation, and gaining others’ confidence.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, or visa sponsorship now or in future.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
• Graduate degree in business, HR, or related field.
• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, or GPHR.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a geographically disbursed and matrix organization.
• Project Management experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge and application.

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre‑employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre‑employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug‑free workplace; possession, use, or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property, or in company vehicles is prohibited.

• Flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as is consistent with duties and company needs.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for employees and family members.
• Additional paid time off: bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.