Senior Manager, People & Culture

Walker-Miller Energy • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and values-aligned Senior Manager, People & Culture to help lead and evolve our People & Culture function. This role will be responsible for leading and executing key People & culture programs across compliance, compensation, team member relations, learning and development, and culture-building initiatives. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-led environment and is passionate about building inclusive, high-performing teams.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Proven experience managing cross-functional HR teams or initiatives in a mission-driven or growth-oriented organization
• Deep knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and HRIS systems (e.g. ADP and Workday).
• Strong analytical, communication, and change management
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and social
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail and deadlines; to include development and implementation of new
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategy to achieve business outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience with all aspects of human resource management including performance management, talent reviews, investigations, employee relations, compensation, learning and development, onboarding and
• Proficiency with Human Resources Information Software (HRIS)
• High emotional intelligence (EQ)
• High relational intelligence
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation
• Excellent verbal and written communications
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a results-driven
• Natural relationship builder with integrity, reliability, and
• Ability to prioritize among competing
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Encourage a positive work environment and culture for all team
• Strong employee relations expertise and natural employee
• Strong influencing
• Natural team player and
• Strong service and customer
• Strong project management experience

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team aligned with W-M’s core values with a focus on Inclusive Stewardship.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy.
• Champion a culture of psychological safety, ensuring equity and belonging are embedded in all people practices.
• Lead people strategy and talent management for client groups, including, but not limited to performance development and management, recognition activities, investigations, and team member relations.
• Recommend policies based on team member and business needs; and support the development, implementation & management of best-in-class HR policies, procedures & protocols.
• Act as a strategic business partner to people leaders across the Know and apply contemporary people strategy and relations tactics; and apply knowledge of local, state, and federal laws & regulations.
• Oversee HR policies and processes to ensure operational excellence and legal
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and ensure company-wide adherence.
• Lead HR audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement
• Develop and manage equitable compensation structures and benefits programs that attract and retain talent.
• Conduct market benchmarking and pay equity analyses to ensure fairness and
• Partner with Finance on workforce budgeting and forecasting.
• Build and scale learning programs that support team member growth, leadership development, and organizational capability.
• Implement performance management systems that foster continuous feedback and
• Promote a culture of lifelong learning and internal
• Lead succession planning, talent reviews, and high-potential talent development
• Design and implement team member engagement strategies that drive retention and
• Use data-driven insights (e.g., engagement surveys, turnover metrics) to inform people
• Serve as a trusted advisor on team member relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolution practices.
• Foster a culture of trust, transparency, and psychological
• Lead initiatives that reflect our commitment to inclusive excellence and community
• Leverage people analytics and HR metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, performance, etc.) to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous
• Implement and optimize HR technologies (e.g., HRIS, LMS) to streamline workflows, enhance team member experience, and improve data integrity.
• Champion the use of automation and AI-driven tools to reduce administrative burden and increase HR team productivity.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to provide real-time insights to leadership on workforce trends and organizational health.
• Use predictive analytics to anticipate talent needs, identify retention risks, and support proactive workforce planning.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging HR tech solutions that align with business goals and enhance scalability.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making across the People Operations

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A collaborative, inclusive culture
• Opportunities for growth and leadership
• A chance to make a real difference in the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed