Host Experience (HR) Generalist

W. Lee Flowers•Scranton, SC

About The Position

This position supports W. Lee Flowers IGA and KJ retail locations in the Florence & Myrtle Beach, SC locations and surrounding areas. This is a field position. Relocation may be required. The Host Experience (HR) Generalist position is responsible for aligning business objectives, acting as an employee (host) champion and change agent, while serving as a consultant and partner to all hosts within the organization on human resource-related issues. The position formulates partnerships across the organization to deliver value-added service to all employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

Requirements

Possess the knowledge and skills generally associated with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field plus 5 years of progressive management experience, preferably in supermarket management.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are critical.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Prefer 5 years of Human Resource Generalist Experience in a retail setting.

Responsibilities

Acts as an unbiased advocate for hosts with a strong commitment to organizational consistency.
Ownership of timely investigations of harassment allegations and other HR related matters.
Ownership of maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal agencies/company policies and procedures.
Monitors turnover and uses the information to assist in improving store turnover.
Partnership in coordinating Succession/Bench planning, staffing plans, diversity, and inclusion needs for assigned division.
Manages and oversees various Human Resources functions and platforms, electronic, and otherwise. (i.e., Sir's, Change Forms, Company Job Requisitions, etc.)
Conducts Host Days to determine division talent with a partnership in determining potential cross-training, training opportunities, and Employee development roadblocks.
Oversight of ensuring pay equity within job classifications.
Partnership in assessing and assisting with problem store hiring.
Coordinates Employee return to work for assigned stores in conjunction with the Safety Department.
Oversees and ensures ADA compliance in assigned stores.
Maintains an effective level of business literacy about the divisional financial position, its cultural follow-through, and its competition.
Managing and communicating HR-related needs proactively with all departments seeking integrated solutions across the organization.