Human Resources Leader

Job Title: Human Resources Leader

Department: Human Capital & Culture

Reports to: Director – Human Capital & Culture

Hours Available: M-F, 8:30am-5:30pm EST (1-hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: Professional

Physical Address: 1953 Langston Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Salary Range: $53,818 - $98,880 (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Grade: 3

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

Summary: The Human Resources Leader will be responsible for overseeing and executing HR functions for approximately 100 employees at our manufacturing and warehouse facility. The majority of the workforce is comprised of non-exempt employees, and this role requires a hands-on approach to employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and HR operations. The HR Leader will partner closely with site management to drive a strong workplace culture, ensure compliance, and implement best practices to enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. This role also requires a strategic mindset, acting as a business partner to site leaders, including the VP of Operations, to align HR strategies with business objectives and drive organizational success. Prior HR leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is a must.

Essential Functions (include but not limited to):

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnership:
  • Acts as a trusted advisor and influential partner to site leadership, including the VP of Operations, to drive people strategies that align with business goals.
  • Provides insights and recommendations to management on workforce planning, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Builds strong relationships with leadership and employees to foster a culture of trust, engagement, and high performance.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:
  • Leads innovative full-cycle recruitment efforts for exempt, non-exempt, and temporary workers.
  • Drafts job descriptions and postings, screens and interviews candidates, drafts offer letters, and ensures a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Ensures a constant pipeline of talent to support business growth and succession planning.
  • Conducts new hire orientations and ensures effective employee assimilation.
• Training & Development Initiatives:
  • Develops and implements training programs to support employee skill development, career growth, and compliance with company policies.
  • Identifies training needs and collaborates with leadership to create learning opportunities tailored to business objectives.
  • Facilitates leadership training for managers to enhance their people management skills.
  • Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs, making improvements as needed.
• HR Operations & Compliance:
  • Plans, organizes, and controls administrative activities of the department at the site.
  • Ensures compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements, including OSHA, EEO-1, ACA, and other federal, state, and local labor laws.
  • Assists with FMLA, workers' compensation, and other leave tracking and administration.
  • Oversees department administration processes, identifies inefficiencies, and implements improvements.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements site-specific personnel policies and procedures.
• Performance Management & Employee Relations:
  • Oversees performance management programs and ensures timely completion of evaluations.
  • Works closely with managers to provide coaching and guidance on performance-related matters.
  • Manages employee relations issues, conducts investigations, and provides solutions that align with company policies and culture.
  • Responds to and handles unemployment claims, disputes unwarranted benefit requests, and represents the company during hearings.
• HR Data & Reporting:
  • Collaborates in the creation of departmental reporting metrics and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Continuously evaluates and implements new processes and technologies to enhance department efficiencies.
  • Completes employment verifications and maintains accurate employee records.
• General HR Support:
  • Oversees employee off-boarding processes, ensuring compliance and smooth transitions.
  • Conducts labor law research and ensures HR policies align with current regulations.
  • Assists in clerical duties, including scanning, copying, emailing, faxing, filing, and answering phones.
  • Participates in additional projects and initiatives as needed to support business objectives.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Human Resources Leader may be required to perform additional duties, as well as be tasked with special projects as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and provide required verification documents.
• English proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
• Computer savvy; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field, OR equivalent experience.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment.
• Prior HR leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification highly preferred.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Proven success in strategic sourcing and talent acquisition techniques.
• Strong knowledge of national, state, and local labor laws.
• Demonstrated success in employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Experience with clerical and administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling, and document management.

MUST HAVE:

Ability to prioritize effectively and operate efficiently; use sound judgment to make rational decisions; ability to recognize opportunities and evoke change where applicable; must be objective v. subjective; strong follow up skills; intrapersonal skills; excellent communication skills; attention to detail and process orientation; problem solving skills; coaching and mentoring skills; must have thorough understanding of company’s confidentiality agreement.

Sensory Requirements: Should have working use of hearing and vision with or without the use of corrective lenses/hearing aids to be able to read paperwork, work on a computer screen for an extended period of time, and frequently speak on the phone.

Environmental: N/A - indoor office environment

Language Skills: English proficiency required (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension). Knowledge of an additional language(s) is a plus!

Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic and algebra

Reasoning Ability: Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, prioritize effectively, use sound judgment to make rational decisions, ability to recognize opportunities and evoke change where applicable, must be objective v. subjective, must have thorough understanding of company’s confidentiality agreement.

Work Environment:  Fast-paced environment; often exposed to stressful and uncomfortable situations;
must be able to maintain professional composure; must work well with others in team environment; must
be comfortable with professional confrontation.

Physical Demands:

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!

Salary : $53,818 - $98,880