What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources - HRBP position at Filson?
ABOUT FILSON AND SHINOLA
In 1897 C.C. Filson began outfitting prospectors headed for the Gold Rush with tools and apparel strong enough for the toughest spots on earth. More than 100 years later, Filson remains committed to providing pioneers of all fields around the world with unfailing goods made from the highest quality materials available.
Filson recognizes that it takes a world-class team to make a world-class product. As we build on the Filson legacy of American craftsmanship, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to innovation, excellence, and superior customer service.
At Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well loved. Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy-in a style that is uniquely their own! Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Director of Human Resources-HRBP will plan, lead, direct, and coordinate the policies and activities of the HRBP Function for both Filson and Shinola. This director level position is primarily responsible for serving as a strategic partner with executive / senior leaders to influence and guide the development and deployment of strategies, programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring human resources support activities are aligned with the overall business strategy, and overseeing the implementation of organizational change efforts.
This position directs and / or partners in the oversight of HRBPs for Headquarters functions, manufacturing, distribution, customer service and retail for both brands. This role oversees a team of HRBPs in Seattle and Detroit who support the organizations and their needs. This role is also responsible for employee and / or labor relations activities, directs and / or partners on complex HR investigations based on standard or negotiated labor practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Working closely with the Vice President, HR for Filson and Shinola, build and implement a people strategy tailored to the changing needs of the two businesses.
- Understand the company's strategy and goals and translate those goals into useful HR objectives that support the business strategy
- Represent the business unit's talent interests within the organization and support leaders in the identification of talent risks
- Provide guidance and oversight to onsite HR employees regarding talent solutions, priorities, results, and accountability.
- Align the organizational structure with the strategic objectives of the organization / business
- Contribute to the design and development of critical HR metrics and assess how trends impact the organization
- Represent the mission, vision and values of the enterprise and design HR programs to help support the organizational culture
- Partner with Centers of Excellence to own the implementation of HR programs, policies, and processes the brands including resource planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, goal setting, performance management, total rewards, employee engagement, leadership assessments and succession planning
- facilitate training, coaching, and support with business leaders in employee development, teambuilding, and performance management
- Partner with leaders on key annual processes such as budget planning, talent assessment & development, and compensation review
- Assists leaders with crafting and following individual development plans
- Provide HR assistance, support, and advice to client group(s) on various HR related issues and needs that arise. This includes collaborating with leaders and legal counsel on employee relations issues including investigating, mentoring, advising, and reporting when necessary.
- Directs and / or partners in the oversight of employee and / or labor relations activities by ensuring team members provide specialized consultation on employee relations (e.g., performance management, employee discipline issues); analyzing and reviewing research and providing recommendations and assistance on employment related regulations both at the State and Federal level; serving as a point of advice, problem resolution, and facilitation for escalated employee relations issues; advising employees and management regarding employee relations policies, procedures, and documentation; managing the research, identification and analysis of employee relations concerns; managing arbitration and negotiation efforts; and defining problem resolution strategies.
Building High Performing Teams and Leading Change
Supervisory Responsibility
QUALIFICATIONS
Note : This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Filson and Shinola are an equal opportunity employer. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Discrimination and / or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.
With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.
