Sr. HR Business Partner

WESTERN TRUCK PARTS & EQUIPMENT LLC•West Sacramento, CA

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to business leaders, aligning human resources practices with operational objectives to drive organizational performance, employee engagement, and workforce effectiveness. This role supports assigned dealership locations by providing guidance on employee relations, talent management, performance management, organizational development, compliance, and workforce planning. The HRBP works closely with dealership leadership to ensure people strategies support business goals while maintaining a culture rooted in accountability, integrity, and operational excellence. The HRBP acts as both a strategic advisor and operational resource, helping leaders navigate complex personnel matters while reinforcing company policies, legal compliance, and leadership expectations. This position requires regular travel to assigned dealership locations to support managers and employees in person. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Five to eight years of progressive human resources experience
Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices
Ability to build credibility and trust with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization
Strong conflict resolution and problem solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast paced operational environment
Strong judgment and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi location operational environments preferred
Experience in the heavy duty truck, automotive, or dealership industry strongly preferred
Experience managing complex employee relations issues and workplace investigations
Experience supporting hourly and frontline workforces preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to dealership leadership including General Managers, Department Managers, and operational leaders
Partner with leaders to align people strategies with operational goals, workforce planning, and performance expectations
Support leaders in building high performing teams and maintaining strong workplace culture
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on effective employee management and leadership practices
Provide guidance and support to managers in addressing employee relations matters including performance issues, conduct concerns, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
Conduct and document internal investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace concerns
Partner with leaders to implement corrective action, performance improvement plans, and coaching strategies
Ensure consistency and fairness in the application of company policies and employment practices
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including California employment regulations related to wage and hour requirements, meal and rest breaks, leave administration, and anti harassment laws
Provide guidance to managers regarding legally compliant employment practices and workplace decisions
Maintain appropriate documentation to support employee relations actions and compliance obligations
Partner with leadership and legal counsel when necessary to address complex employment matters
Partner with leaders to identify workforce needs and support recruiting strategies for operational and technical roles
Support hiring efforts for critical positions including service technicians, service advisors, parts personnel, and operational leaders
Assist managers with effective candidate selection and onboarding practices
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee engagement, performance management, and leadership effectiveness
Support leadership development initiatives that strengthen accountability and operational performance
Identify opportunities to improve team effectiveness and communication within dealership operations
Provide guidance on compensation decisions, pay adjustments, and incentive programs to ensure alignment with company compensation philosophy and market competitiveness
Support performance management processes including performance reviews, goal setting, and leadership feedback
Support the rollout and implementation of HR programs and initiatives across assigned dealership locations
Assist leaders with HR systems and processes related to employee data, performance management, and workforce reporting
Monitor workforce trends such as turnover, staffing levels, and performance concerns and provide insights to leadership