Sr. Manager - Talent, Engagement and Belonging (HR)

About the Role

The Sr. Manager - Talent Engagement and Belonging leads a team of professionals who design and manage programs supporting career and leadership development, performance management, goal setting and, progression promotions. They are responsible for the strategic alignment, design, execution and measurement of programs and processes within the team. They provide support to key stakeholders and engage and motivate the team to deliver results. They work closely with business and People Team leaders (C&OE, EEP, Learning, etc.) to enable business results through execution of programs. This leader is an action-oriented, change agent who works both collaboratively and independently to support Uber Freight’s mission, values, and culture.  

This position will need to work in office at least 3 days each week.

What the Candidate Will Do

• Drive talent development and performance enablement strategies and execute programs to increase employee engagement and business results. This includes building and managing programs that: 
• Empower employees to grow, develop, and stretch themselves to reach career goals and that accelerate org capabilities.  
• Increase manager and leadership capabilities internally.
• Enable effective performance management and clear goal alignment to provide employees with clear expectations, continuous feedback, and performance-based rewards. 
• Partner with senior management and People leadership to enable business strategy and results through program execution. 
• Leverage People data and analytics to develop insights and provide strategic recommendations for business issues.
• Ensure consistent application of tools and processes across the regions. 

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, I/O Psychology, or related field
• At least 7 years of progressive experience within an HR team focused on employee career development programs, succession planning and performance management architecture
• Proven track record designing, scaling, and deploying enterprise-wide or global talent initiatives for an organization of at least 2,500 employees
• Experience leading, coaching, and influencing cross-functional teams or direct reports
• Experience presenting to and influencing senior level executives

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years People Management experience of a team handling employee career development programs, succession planning and performance management architecture
• Experience with Google Workspace and Oracle
• Genuine, authentic and low-ego individual 

Benefits & Compensation for U.S. Employees

Employees working more than 30 hours in the US at Uber Freight are eligible for benefits like a company sponsored health plan, dental and vision benefits, 401k match, financial and mental wellness benefits, parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance and more.  US based employees may also be eligible for a performance or sales incentive bonus program, participation in Uber Freight equity awards, and other types of compensation depending upon the role.

• Illinois: The salary range for this role is $121,750 to $175,250 a year.

About Uber Freight 

Uber Freight helps companies move goods more reliably and efficiently. We bring together the technology, people, and transportation capacity they need, using real‑time data from millions of shipments to guide smarter decisions. That helps customers spot issues early, avoid costly surprises, and deliver on time. Uber Freight works with 1 in 3 Fortune 500 shippers across North America and manages over $17B in freight. Learn more at www.uberfreight.com.

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EEOC

Uber Freight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.