Human Resource Manager

This position is located at one of our newest distribution facilities, which is state of the art and includes the latest technology. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products and services. We help our customers drive greater productivity, profitability and growth with over 1 million product offerings, our inventory management and other supply chain solutions, and deep expertise from more than 70 years of working across industries.

Our Goal As a $2.8 billion company with more than 6,500 experienced associates and more than 3,000 suppliers, we work with customers big and small. Our goal is to drive results for their businesses - from keeping operations running efficiently today to continuously rethinking, retooling and optimizing for a more productive tomorrow. Our History Founded by Sid Jacobson in 1941, our company continues to build on a rich history of commitment to our customers, our shareholders, our associates and the communities in which we live and work.

The HR Business Partner is fully accountable for the implementation of HR-related processes, practices, policies and outcomes within the assigned business unit(s). This position is located at one of our newest distribution facilities. This position is intended to have a team orientation - if you enjoy 'working the floor' in an open and supportive environment as opposed to an office. We are looking for a down-to-earth, approachable individual with the strength of character to make important decisions while fostering the best possible environment for our people.

• Works with managers and supervisors to address associate relations and performance issues.
• Collaborates with HR subject matter experts (e.g., compensation, benefits, recruiting, talent & organization development, etc.) to implement strategies and solutions to address business needs, and organizational and operational improvement.
• Provides input to the development and administration of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the need of the business, associates, and managers with the strategic goals.
• Drives the company’s people strategies.
• Strategizes with leadership to support the business unit’s objectives from a human capital perspective.
• Plays an active role in leading change within the business unit. Plans for and develops the appropriate organizational alignment and structures, support systems, etc. to enhance the unit’s progress towards sustained high performance.
• Assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and seeks to develop integrated solutions.
• Advises leadership on company policies, procedures, and employment and labor law. Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day‑day management of associates, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with Associate Relations Department as needed/required.
• Effectively balances the needs of the business, managers, and associates.
• Leads and coaches leadership in identifying and addressing development gaps using the individual development plans and tools, performance management processes, and training and development. Identifies development needs for business units, including individual coaching and/or mentoring needs.
• Coaches and consults with leadership regarding associate relations.
• Coaches and consults with leadership regarding strategic and workforce planning activities such as organizational structure and effectiveness, staffing solutions, workforce development, succession planning, and diversity. Reaches out to internal and external resources as needed.
• Coaches and consults with leadership on compensation and benefits administration, including job descriptions, rewards and recognition programs, salary recommendations, annual merit and incentive processes, and certain benefits. Formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and associates.
• Works closely with management and associates to develop and maintain positive associate relations, including building associate morale and engagement, increasing productivity and retention, and effectively addressing…