Senior People Business Partner at Tekion

Pleasanton, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, with at least 5 years supporting GTM or revenue-generating functions
  • Proven success in partnering with senior executives in fast-paced, high-growth environments
  • Deep understanding of compensation strategy, incentive design, and program implementation
  • Strong analytical skills with experience using people data to influence decisions
  • Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with HR systems (e.g., Lattice, Workday, or similar) and programmatic HR delivery
  • Preferred: Experience in SaaS, tech, or other subscription-based business models
  • Preferred: Familiarity with quota-carrying roles and sales compensation mechanics
  • Preferred: Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in complex environments
  • Based in Pleasanton, California (in office); no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to GTM executives, aligning people strategies with business goals
  • Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design to support scaling and transformation
  • Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making on talent, performance, and engagement
  • Partner with Total Rewards to design and implement competitive compensation structures for GTM roles, including base, variable, and equity components
  • Advise on incentive plan design, quota-linked compensation, and sales performance alignment
  • Ensure pay equity, market competitiveness, and compliance across global GTM teams
  • Drive performance management, career development, and leadership enablement programs tailored to GTM needs
  • Support calibration processes, promotion cycles, and succession planning with a lens on business impact
  • Lead change initiatives tied to organizational shifts, M&A, or GTM strategy pivots
  • Foster a high-performance culture through coaching, feedback, and leadership development
  • Act as a steward of company values and employee experience across GTM teams

Skills

Workforce Planning
Succession Planning
Organizational Design
Talent Strategy
Compensation Structures
Total Rewards
Performance Management
Employee Engagement
People Analytics
Executive Influencing
GTM Alignment

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$617.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.
Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.
Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.
The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.
Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.
AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.
Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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