HR Manager - Phoenix Distribution Center

Manager Human Resources

As the Human Resources Manager for AEO's brand-new Phoenix Distribution Center, you will play a critical leadership role in launching and supporting a high-performing, people-first operation. While this is a new facility, you'll be building upon AEO's established HR best practices, tools and processes - bringing consistency, structure and innovation together to create an exceptional workplace.

You'll be responsible for implementing and managing core HR programs across the talent lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, employee relations, workers' compensation, benefits administration and campus culture. In partnership with DC leadership and AEO's corporate HR teams, you'll help ensure our people strategies align with business goals while fostering a safe, inclusive and engaging work environment.

Your Responsibilities Include

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Lead recruiting, hiring and onboarding in partnership with AEO Recruiting. Apply proven strategies, track metrics and implement site-specific retention and engagement initiatives.
• HR Leadership & Team Development Coach and manage the HR team across core functions (talent management, employee relations, benefits, leave and compliance). Deliver enterprise learning and development programs while building internal pipelines and succession plans.
• Performance & Workforce Management Support leadership in setting goals, conducting reviews and executing AEO's performance processes. Drive workforce and succession planning to ensure readiness and progression.
• Employee Relations & Culture Champion AEO's open-door culture, guide policy application and resolve employee concerns through investigations and corrective actions. Promote inclusion, engagement and proactive labor relations through communications and campus events.
• Programs & Compliance Oversee benefits, leave, workers' compensation and safety programs in partnership with corporate teams. Ensure compliance with policies, legal requirements and regulatory standards.
• Strategic Projects & Leadership Lead cross-DC initiatives, share best practices and build strong partnerships across the Phoenix DC and broader AEO organization. Model values of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Leadership Competencies

Why Join Us?

This is more than an HR role - it's an opportunity to launch a new facility with the support of a well-established, people-first company. You'll help shape the foundation of a new team and workplace culture, all while guided by AEO's proven HR strategies and support network.

If you're ready to lead, build and make a lasting impact from day one, we'd love to hear from you.

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