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.

• 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

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of HR or Organizational Development experience
• Master's degree and at least 1 year of HR or Organizational Development experience
• At least 5 years of HR or Organizational Development experience

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal…