Human Resources Manager - Distribution

Human Resource Manager

Serve as the human resources leader and provide guidance and support to the buildings operational leadership team. This role leads a team of HR professionals that oversee all aspects of human resources within the DC in a complex, automated, high volume retail distribution center with multiple shifts. Youll serve as the brand ambassador in the local community, provide both strategic and tactical guidance with a true generalist scope, and partner with the business to create and execute a plan for success.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead the HR function in a DC
• Advise and influence senior leaders within the DC on people matters
• Lead key HR objectives and drive continuous improvement within the DC
• Advise and influence senior leaders on leadership development, engagement, strategic staffing planning, succession planning, training, performance management, and compliance
• Lead initiatives and influence leaders to create a positive work environment that will maintain a union free work environment
• Lead the HR team to ensure prompt and accurate administration of payroll, benefits, attendance tracking, performance management, and records maintenance
• Provide guidance and influence to ensure that DC leaders administer policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner
• Ensure that facility remains current and adheres to company policies, and local, state, and federal employment laws
• Lead onboarding and training in the facility; influence leaders and Associates to build engaged teams
• Lead and influence a development culture, create development routines in the DC, personally develop leaders, and ensure effective succession planning is in place
• Lead hourly and exempt staffing process to identify new / improved sourcing strategies, create sourcing pools and improve overall time to fill; partner with SSC Talent Acquisition to fill hard-to-fill or senior DC positions
• Effectively interact with Associates and leaders in resolving employee relations issues
• Collaborate with SSC and DC partners and participate in network continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyze data related to turnover, productivity, attendance and safety, and recommend / initiate solutions to reduce costs, maximize efficiencies, meet Company goals, and reduce risks
• Create and maintain a performance culture
• Conduct internal investigations, including but not limited to harassment, theft and EEOC charges, recommend course of action based on outcome
• Build strong community ties, maintain a positive employment brand, and keep updated on local issues that affect the DC
• Minimize Workers Compensation costs and accident / incident costs by establishing and promoting programs that provide for a safe work place and a safety conscious work force
• Continually increase and facilitate the communication and sharing of ideas between leaders and Associates
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) while interacting with all levels of management at the DC and the SSC, including but not limited to GM, Director, VP, and Chief
• Display strong analytical, organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrate ability to influence others while serving as a role model and team leader
• Lead, guide and direct a team of hourly / salaried HR Associates
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Demonstrate ability to initiate, promote, and participate in teams; as well as the ability to function independently

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications :