Human Resources Manager

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

DRiV is the aftermarket business group of Tenneco - DRiV website

Job Title: HR Manager

Location: Skokie, IL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers, and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 65,000 team members working at more than 200 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Manager to serve as a trusted business partner to designated corporate functional groups. This role will support leaders and employees by driving HR initiatives that align with business objectives, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and best practices. 

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Business Partnership: Act as a strategic advisor to corporate function leaders, providing guidance on talent strategy, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolution aligned with company policies and legal requirements.
• Talent Management & Development: Support leadership in identifying high-potential employees, succession planning, and driving professional development initiatives.
• Performance Management: Guide managers in setting performance expectations, coaching employees, and executing performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Compensation & Benefits Support: Partner with Total Rewards to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices within supported functions.
• Organizational Effectiveness: Lead change management efforts and initiatives that enhance team effectiveness, engagement, and overall business performance.
• HR Compliance & Policy Implementation: Ensure adherence to employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices while mitigating risk.
• HR Metrics & Reporting: Utilize data analytics to provide insights and recommendations on workforce trends, retention, and engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a corporate or business partnership role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders, influence decisions, and drive HR strategies that impact business outcomes.
• Experience with performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and drive initiatives forward.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.