Manager, HR Business Partner 3

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector (DS) is seeking a Manager, HR Business Partner 3 to join our Armament Systems Business Unit. This position is based Plymouth, Minnesota. This position supports employees in Plymouth, MN, Independence, MO and Mesa, AZ facilities.    The selected candidate will manage a team of HR Business Partners in addition to the following duties:   

Job Summary:

• Delivery of human capital strategy to the assigned client groups while growing the team and developing the next generation of HR leaders
• Establish intimate understanding of the business, build and expand relationship with clients and create close partnerships across HR, centers of excellence (COEs) and matrixed organizations
• Support and partner with HR colleagues in talent acquisition; compensation; benefits; employee relations; diversity, equity & inclusion; and organizational effectiveness to support talent strategies
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with division and COEs
• Advise leadership on best practices in the areas of talent acquisition, development, compensation, organizational effectiveness, strategy, change management, and communications
• Analyze and concisely present information to the management team to support and enable business growth and sound decision making
• Provide business insight through data analysis, research, and benchmarking
• Play a key leadership role in reinforcing a culture of growth, innovation, and calculated risk taking through the application of human capital strategy, tools, and processes
• Focus on comprehensive Leadership Development activities including succession planning and strategic leadership to build talent pipeline and depth
• Support and enable leaders to make informed decisions about talent and to hold their organizations accountable for results

Basic Qualifications:

• High School degree with a minimum of 14 years of experience in Human Resources, OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Human Resources, OR Masters with a minimum 8 years of experience in Human Resources
• Demonstrated success in the application of HR principles, concepts, policies, and practice
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Keen ability to influence, coach, and consult with senior executive management
• Proven ability to support cross-functional projects to completion including organizing, planning, scheduling, and following up on project related items

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with labor relations/union contract negotiations
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and technology (Workday, Confluence, SharePoint)
• Experience working in a matrix environment
• Previous experience in Aerospace & Defense and/or government contracting
• Experience leading a team as a Human Resources Manager responsible for multiple HR disciplines
• Ability to navigate cultural and business nuances/sensitivities to promote top performance and employee engagement and inclusion

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