What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Business Partner (Sales, Ops) position at Harbinger Motors Inc.?
About Harbinger
Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the Medium Duty vehicle industry. This broad, and to date poorly addressed, market segment includes class 4 to 7 commercial delivery vehicles, RVs and utility vehicles, among others. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies, Harbinger's first-of-its-kind EV platform will bring enhancements in vehicle performance, durability and operator comfort. And importantly, Harbinger's vehicles will be priced for zero acquisition premium relative to traditional gas- and diesel-based competitors, removing one of the most tenacious barriers to EV adoption.
Harbinger's team, with operations in Southern California and Michigan, includes industry veterans with expertise in powertrain, battery, chassis and software development, along with leaders in advanced manufacturing, corporate development, operations and finance. Our team members come from leading innovators, both in and out of the automotive industry, including Tesla, Rivian, Canoo, Ford, Anduril, and SpaceX.
Founded in 2021, Harbinger is a venture-backed startup on a rapid growth trajectory, looking for candidates that thrive on tackling complex challenges and who share in our passion to bring clean transportation alternatives to a segment of the market starving for innovation.
Job Overview
We are seeking an HR Business Partner with expertise in program building, preferably with some experience in the automotive or electric vehicle (EV) sector. This critical role will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to our Sales, Customer Operations, and G&A teams, driving people-focused initiatives that support a high-performance, compliant, and engaged workforce. The ideal candidate will have familiarity working with hourly employees.
What You'll Do:
- Strategic HR Leadership:
- Partner with sales, customer teams, and administrative leadership to align HR strategies with operational goals.
- Help create programs that drive business initiatives and develop strong leaders.
- Employee Relations & Engagement:
- Serve as a key resource for resolving employee concerns and grievances, fostering a culture of trust and open communication.
- Implement engagement strategies tailored for hourly workers to enhance retention and satisfaction.
- Compensation and Total Rewards (preferred):
- Has a perspective on compensation planning particularly as it relates to sales incentives or experience with rolling out a sales incentive program.
- Program Management
- Be a "voice of the employee" in program development. Bring to the table a prioritization of what is important.
- Launch various measurable people programs to drive strong business outcomes.
- HR Operations:
- Oversee core HR processes such as payroll, benefits administration, and performance management for the manufacturing workforce.
- Monitor HR metrics (e.g., absenteeism, turnover) and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
Who You Are:
- Bachelor's Degree required. Analytical or programmatic backgrounds are highly preferred.
- 10 years of progressive HR experience, with 3 years managing people.
- Prior partnership with sales or customer facing orgs.
- Consulting or project management experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations issues in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience implementing HR initiatives in diverse cultural and demographic environments.
