Senior Director, People Business Partners - Corporate, Executive and Product and Technology
ACV AuctionsAbout the role
If you are looking for a career at a dynamic company with a people-first mindset and a deep culture of growth and autonomy, ACV is the right place for you! Competitive compensation packages and learning and development opportunities, ACV has what you need to advance to the next level in your career. We will continue to raise the bar every day by investing in our people and technology to help our customers succeed. We hire people who share our passion, bring innovative ideas to the table, and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere.
Who we are:
ACV is a technology company that has revolutionized how dealers buy and sell cars online. We are transforming the automotive industry. ACV Auctions Inc. (ACV), has applied innovation and user-designed, data driven applications and solutions. We are building the most trusted and efficient digital marketplace with data solutions for sourcing, selling and managing used vehicles with transparency and comprehensive insights that were once unimaginable. We are disruptors of the industry and we want you to join us on our journey. Our network of brands include ACV Auctions, ACV Transportation, ClearCar, MAX Digital and ACV Capital within its Marketplace Products, as well as, True360 and Data Services.
At ACV we focus on the Health, Physical, Financial, Social and Emotional Wellness of our Teammates and, to support this, we offer:
• Multiple medical plans including a high deductible, low cost health plan
• Company-sponsored (paid) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive optional benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life/AD&D, Legal/ID Protection, and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including uncapped vacation days, the greater of 3 paid sick days or in accordance with the applicable state or local paid sick leave law, 6 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, voting leave, and other forms of paid leave as required by applicable law or regulation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with additional opportunities to earn stock in the Company
• Retirement planning through the Company’s 401(k)
Job Summary
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Senior Director, People Business Partners to lead and oversee a team of field-based and site-based People Business Partners (PBPs). This role will play a pivotal part in ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws, enhancing teammate engagement and aligning People and Culture initiatives with business objectives, fostering a high-performance culture, and enhancing Teammate engagement across all locations.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in People/HR leadership and labor regulations, along with a proven ability to manage distributed teams. They are passionate about leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance departmental efficiency, and deliver a seamless, high-quality Teammate experience. This role calls for a proactive leader who can influence across all levels and drive initiatives that fuel ACV’s growth and success.
This role will support our Corporate, Executive and Product and Technology leaders across North America, Europe and Asia.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of field-based and site-based People Business Partners ensuring consistent People & Culture support and guidance across all locations.
• Responsible for leading the execution of large scale cross functional strategic initiatives in support of business goals to improve business results.
• Partner closely with leaders and Teammates to drive excellent work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement People and Culture strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational effectiveness.
• Consult with senior business leaders to understand business strategies and challenges, identify key talent and talent gaps, execute talent management programs and develop management and leadership capabilities.
• Identify AI-driven technologies and solutions to automate routine processes, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and allowing PBP’s to focus on strategic initiatives.
• Be a thought leader, utilizing data-driven metrics and analytics to inform strategic decisions and measure the effectiveness of People and Culture initiatives.
• Partner with People Shared Services and Centers of Excellence in the design and development of programs such as people strategy, talent review, performance management, safety, leadership development, employee relations, and total reward initiatives to deliver against organizational outcomes.
• Leverage business acumen, financial data and market trends to inform the future of ACV’s peop
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