Division Assistant HR Leader

Kroger•Compton, CA

About The Position

Provide human resource consultation and support and implement HR strategies throughout division. Partner to lead the division in developing a high-performance culture where associates are aligned to the business strategy, trained, knowledgeable, and accountable for their performance. Lead the district HR leaders in their execution of human resources functions, including day-to-day tasks across the talent management cycle, associate relations and total rewards. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

5+ years as HR business partner, HR generalist, or other related HR experience
Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with all levels of the organization, positively influence teams and manage conflict
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to protect highly confidential and sensitive information
Strong business and financial acumen
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with an ability to apply quantitative analysis to HR outcomes and use data to influence and drive decisions
Applied knowledge of federal, state and local laws and statutes for employment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree business administration, human resources, or related field
Any experience with labor contracts, being a store or assistant store leader
3+ years in a HR leadership role
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification

Responsibilities

Provide day to day HR support and consultation for administrative departments and ensure overall alignment with people strategy
Partner with division HR leader to implement and drive talent strategies
Manage overall talent acquisition efforts for store and administrative associates by partnering with the recruiting COE to help with talent needs, prioritization, and progress against hiring plans
Oversee processes including performance assessments, development plans, and succession planning for key roles
Collaborate with division management and Labor Relations teams in the execution of the overall strategic direction for collective bargaining/associate relations
Manage and resolve employee relation issues for store leaders and above
Collaborate with district HR leaders to ensure recruiting, training and performance evaluation processes are compliant with company/legal guidelines
Assist district HR leaders in reviewing/analyzing turnover statistics to identify opportunities to improve retention and staffing needs and to develop effective recruiting/retention plans
Support the development and maintenance of an inclusive business culture within the division
Support district HR leaders with the consistent, ongoing processes related to roles and responsibilities
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Travel up to 50% of time to support business throughout division
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation