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Eric Bryant

Metro Detroit,Michigan

Summary

Hands-on HR leader with 10+ years of progressive experience building and scaling HR functions in high-growth, operationally complex environments. Proven track record of establishing performance management infrastructure, leading employee relations and terminations with legal rigor, and raising the management bar through direct coaching and accountability systems. Known for being a direct, fact-based partner to executives, comfortable driving difficult decisions, closing performance gaps, and implementing scalable HR frameworks from the ground up. Experienced in supporting global teams, partnering with founders and senior leadership, and operating in fast-paced environments where structure must be built—not inherited.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, People (HR) Business Partner

May Mobility
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead HR support across multiple business units in a scaling, technology-driven environment; manage and develop HR team members while driving execution against business priorities.
  • Partner directly with senior leadership to drive performance accountability, coaching managers through underperformance, corrective action, and termination decisions.
  • Execute and oversee employee relations investigations, PIPs, and exits, ensuring consistency, documentation, and legal defensibility.
  • Own and operationalize performance management processes, including goal setting, calibration, and compensation cycles.
  • Identify organizational and leadership gaps; implement targeted solutions to improve manager effectiveness and team output.
  • Build and refine HR processes to improve scalability, reduce risk, and increase operational efficiency.
  • Lead workforce planning and succession efforts, aligning talent strategy with business growth objectives.

Senior Manager

May Mobility
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2021 - 12.2021

● Acted as a strategic and operational HR partner to leadership, driving performance management and organizational discipline.

● Led HR initiatives focused on improving manager capability, including coaching on feedback delivery, accountability, and team management.

● Navigated complex employee relations issues, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate risk mitigation.

● Leveraged data to identify performance trends and proactively address organizational challenges. ● Supported scaling efforts by helping standardize HR processes and decision-making frameworks.

HR Business Partner

Continental Automotive Systems Inc
10.2018 - 04.2021
  • Provided direct HR leadership to business units in a structured, compliance-heavy environment.
  • Managed complex employee relations cases, including investigations, performance management, and terminations.
  • Partnered with managers to address performance issues early, implementing corrective actions and coaching plans.
  • Led succession planning and performance review processes, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Ensured compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and documentation standards.
  • Supported hiring and workforce planning efforts to build effective, high-performing teams.

RPO Recruiter

Allegis Global Solutions
09.2014 - 03.2015
  • Delivered recruiting execution in a process-driven, compliance-focused environment.
  • Built pipelines and partnered with hiring managers to meet aggressive hiring targets.

HR Specialist / Account Manager (Automotive)

Inteligente Solutions (Defunct)
06.2013 - 03.2015
  • Supervised on-site workforce and directly managed employee performance, discipline, and conflict resolution.
  • Led onboarding, compliance processes, and employee relations for client accounts.
  • Balanced HR execution with business development responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR) / Sales (Automotive)

Aerotek
06.2011 - 06.2013
  • Managed recruiting and workforce operations, including employee issue resolution and on-site performance management.
  • Developed talent pipelines and supported client workforce strategy.
  • Provided informal leadership and guidance to recruiting teams to improve performance.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management, Entertainment, Sport & Promotion Management

Northwood University
Midland, MI

Skills

  • Performance Management & PIP Execution
  • Employee Relations & Legal Risk Mitigation
  • HR Infrastructure Buildout (0→1 and Scale)
  • Executive Coaching & Accountability Systems
  • Workforce Planning & Organizational Design
  • HR Compliance (US & Global)
  • Talent Lifecycle Management (Hire → Exit)
  • HRIS & Process Implementation
  • Data-Driven Decision Making

Timeline

Director, People (HR) Business Partner

May Mobility
01.2023 - Current

Senior Manager

May Mobility
05.2021 - 12.2021

HR Business Partner

Continental Automotive Systems Inc
10.2018 - 04.2021

RPO Recruiter

Allegis Global Solutions
09.2014 - 03.2015

HR Specialist / Account Manager (Automotive)

Inteligente Solutions (Defunct)
06.2013 - 03.2015

Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR) / Sales (Automotive)

Aerotek
06.2011 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management, Entertainment, Sport & Promotion Management

Northwood University