Human Resources Manager - Bartlett, United States - Animal Supply Company

Description

Are you passionate about pets? Want to help create a world where every pet is happy, healthy, and safe? Would you like to work for a company that cares about its employees?

We're looking for an HR Manager to join our team

The HR Manager at Animal Supply Company (ASC) will be responsible for overseeing key aspects of the HR function within the organization. This role is crucial in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and programs to support the organization's objectives and foster a positive work environment. Additionally, this role will serve as a strategic partner to management, providing guidance on HR matters and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

In this exciting role, you will:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Team Management:

• Lead and supervise the HR Services team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure their professional development and effectiveness.
• Delegate tasks and assignments effectively, leveraging team members' strengths and expertise to achieve departmental goals.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting open communication, mutual respect, and accountability.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Manage workload distribution and resource allocation to optimize team productivity and meet organizational needs

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate with HR leadership to develop HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Conduct regular assessments of HR needs and develop plans to address them effectively.
• Regularly meet with managers to support their organizational needs and understand their goals.

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to managers and teammates.
• Investigate and mediate conflicts and disputes, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and morale.

Performance Management:

• Develop and administer performance management systems to evaluate teammate performance and promote continuous improvement.
• Provide training and coaching to managers on performance management best practices.
• Coordinate the annual performance appraisal process and facilitate goal-setting sessions.
• Develop performance improvement plans for teammates who are not meeting expectations.

Training and Development:

• Identify training needs within the organization and develop training programs to address them.
• Coordinate the delivery of training sessions, workshops, and seminars for teammates at all levels.
• Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and make adjustments as necessary.

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:

• Support the operational recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies, universities, and other talent sources.
• Implement effective onboarding programs for new hires to facilitate their integration into the organization.

Compliance and Legal:

• Stay up to date on relevant employment laws and regulations and ensure the organization's compliance.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure fair treatment of teammates.
• Handle investigations and audits related to HR matters, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism throughout the process.

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list; other duties may be required. These duties and responsibilities are subject to change at any time.

Do you have the following skills?

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal: Ability to build relationships and handle sensitive situations.
• Leadership: Inspire and motivate the HR Services team, make decisions, and provide guidance.
• Strategic Thinking: Align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
• Problem-solving: Analyze issues, develop solutions, and implement strategies.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate disputes and foster constructive dialogue.
• Change Management: Communicate and support organizational change.
• HR Legal Knowledge: Understand employment laws and regulations.
• Talent Acquisition and Management: Recruit, select, retain, and develop teammates.
• HR Technology Proficiency: Use HRIS and other software effectively.
• Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, agreements, and settlements.
• Cultural Competence: Work effectively with diverse teammates.
• Ethical Decision-Making: Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior.

Your education & experience should be similar to:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred), preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as an HR manager or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of HR best practices a
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and other HR-related software applications, preferably Dayforce.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in employment law in states such as, California, Colorado, Washington, Illinois, and New York.

Working conditions:

• Distribution center setting with equipment and noise from equipment.
• May occasionally work near some moving mechanical parts such as lifts.
• May encounter some outdoor weather conditions.
• Be available via computer, video conferencing, and phone during business hours.
• Be able to work outside of the core schedule, based on business needs.
• Travel may be required based on business needs, estimated 10%.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The required physical abilities to perform this job:

• Primarily sitting, with some walking, standing, bending, and occasional lifting or moving objects.
• Able to hear and speak on the telephone.
• Close visual work on a computer terminal.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.

Employees are our greatest assets. That's why we offer benefits like medical, dental and vision plans, paid time off, 401(k) plans and discounts on pet products.

The estimated annualized base salary range for the HR Manager is $80,000 – $85,000. Animal Supply Company (ASC) compensation is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to role, level, and location. In addition, ASC's pay can vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience for each candidate for the posted position. Included in ASC's total compensation are benefits such as medical, dental, and retirement.

At Animal Supply Company, we provide fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Animal Supply Company hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled. Animal Supply Company participates in E-Verify.