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Ford Motor Company · 15 hours ago

Sr. HR Director, Greenfield Site Strategy

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Senior Director for HR Greenfield Site Strategy & Operations to lead the HR framework for their new manufacturing facilities. This role focuses on developing HR strategies, enhancing employee experience, and fostering a positive workplace culture in alignment with Ford's business objectives.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and champion the comprehensive HR strategy for all greenfield manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with Ford's overall business objectives, culture, and future growth plans

Lead the co-creation and implementation of the manufacturing employee experience aspiration, designing policies, programs, and practices that foster a positive, engaging, and high-performance culture from inception

Serve as the primary HR strategic partner to senior manufacturing leadership and JV partners, advising on critical people strategies, organizational effectiveness, and change leadership

Drive the evaluation, evolution, implementation, and sustainment of a scalable manufacturing culture playbook that promotes positive employee relations, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Design and implement the optimal HR organizational structure for greenfield sites, including the selection, development, and leadership of the HR teams embedded within each facility

Own the talent strategy for greenfield sites, including workforce planning, succession planning, and the development of a robust talent pipeline for all levels of manufacturing operations and HR leadership

Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) such as Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Total Rewards to tailor and deploy best-in-class HR programs specifically designed for the unique needs of greenfield operations

Oversee performance management frameworks and leadership development initiatives to ensure the sustained growth and effectiveness of manufacturing leaders and their teams

Provide expert guidance and oversight on conflict resolution, ensuring fair, consistent, and equitable treatment of all employees, addressing concerns promptly to maintain a harmonious work environment

Implement robust communication strategies to keep employees informed about organizational changes, goals, and performance, building trust and a sense of shared ownership

Ensure all HR practices, policies, and procedures are compliant with relevant employment laws and regulations, consistently promoting a safe, inclusive, and fair workplace

Oversee the establishment and optimization of HR operational processes and systems for greenfield sites, driving efficiency, consistency, and scalability from launch through maturity

Utilize data analytics and HR metrics to identify trends, diagnose organizational issues, and inform strategic HR interventions, ensuring data-driven decision-making

Lead change management planning and execution for significant HR and organizational initiatives within the greenfield sites, ensuring successful adoption and sustainability

Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders, including manufacturing leadership, legal, communications, government affairs, and other HR COEs

Engage with local communities surrounding the greenfield sites to understand community needs, build partnerships, and ensure Ford is a responsible and respected corporate citizen and employer of choice

Qualification

Greenfield site HR strategyEmployee relations strategiesOrganizational designChange managementLean principlesTalent developmentEmployee experienceDEI strategyMaster’s degreeCross-functional leadership

Required

Master's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Education or consulting practice preferred

12+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role focused on HR strategy and operations in a large-scale manufacturing or industrial setting

Demonstrated experience in greenfield site HR strategy development and implementation, or significant experience in large-scale organizational build-out

Extensive experience with positive employee relations strategies

Experience with executing lean principles required

Demonstrated ability to develop, communicate, and execute strategy on an enterprise-wide or function-wide scale

Experience in developing talent and key capabilities for the future, including organizational design work

Strong knowledge of Employee Experience and DEI strategy and initiatives

Ability to work seamlessly across functions, leading cross-functional teams