Human Resources Business Partner

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for the professional level performance of all functions within the Human Resources Department in assigned locations, in conjunction with the Chief People Officer. Functional areas include employee relations, training, employment, benefits management, and payroll functions. The successful Human Resources Manager possesses a broad range of HR skills and best practices, highly effective communication skills with the ability to relate to individuals at all levels in the organization, and is flexible and willing to travel and support Company locations.

• Must be 21 years or older
• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year accredited college or university required. Human Resources, Organizational Management, Organizational Development, or equivalent field of study preferred.
• Eight or more years of direct progressive experience in HR or related field required
• Proven experience in and an understanding of Human Resources principles and best practices required
• Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP preferred
• Active membership in local HR management organizations preferred
• Valid driver’s license for applicable state required
• Ability to secure and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws required
• Willingness to travel at least 1 to 2 weeks every month to work in other assigned Company locations required
  
  

Responsibilities

• Administer broad range of Human Resources plans and procedures for all Company personnel
• Maintain highest levels of confidentiality in all Human Resources functions
• Domiciled at Savannah warehouse/office and will regularly travel to support operations in other mid to south Georgia Company locations
• Support and enforce all Company policies and applicable laws, rules and regulations to ensure compliance
• Perform a broad range of employee relations duties including, but not limited to assisting and training managers in the application of hiring, performance, discipline and termination principles
• Support and administer training, safety and workers’ compensation programs including maintenance of files, reports and logs at assigned company locations
• Process payroll, employee benefits, 401(k) plan transactions and perform necessary functions including payroll changes, plan enrollments, changes, and terminations as required
• Maintain affirmative action and Department of Labor unemployment benefit records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Conduct initial Company onboarding sessions for all new associates to ensure understanding of Company policies, benefit plans, pay frequency, safety and available resources
• Provide resources to all associates on benefit plan provisions to make additions or changes to their plans
• Administer and track leave of absence programs including FMLA, Personal Leave, Military Leave and Workers’ Compensation Leave
• Coach, support and counsel managers in preparation of performance evaluations and ongoing monitoring of performance
• Counsel and guide managers and assist in review of disciplinary and termination actions
• Partner with all levels of management to ensure effective communication to their department associates of all pertinent information and announcements
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings
• Provide assistance and support to team members as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Competencies

• Confidentiality
• Coach and Develop
• Relationships
• Negotiation
• Conflict Resolution
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Manage Multiple Priorities
• Critical Thinking
• Public Speaking
• Collaboration
  
  

Critical Skills

• Maintaining high level of confidentiality
• Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, employee relations, safety, as well as training and development
• Organizational structure and development
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with executive management, all other levels of management, and front line associates
• Effective management of personnel practices and coaching to ensure they are maintained
• Must have strong leadership, motivation and persuasive communication skills
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and handle a variety of duties
• Attention to detail
• Results driven
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High competency in use of payroll system software, database management and other human resources information record keeping systems
• Proficiency in use of software programs including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access applications
• Commitment to Company values
  
  

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment; some warehouse environment
• Some work in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather
• Some work in vehicle travel-related environments
  
  

Physical Requirements And Essential Functions

• Able to drive a vehicle to various office locations
  
  

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