HR Business Consultant

Staples•London, OH

49d

About The Position

The HR Business Consultant (HRBC) will work primarily with Supply Chain managers of associates for a business unit and become a valued contributor by managing the delivery of our HR policies, executing business specific projects and initiatives relating to people, and demonstrating leadership in human resources decisions, procedures, and programs. Acting as a consultant, the HRBC will provide support for management teams and associates by answering non-routine requests for information on policy interpretation, providing advice and counsel on employee issues with emphasis on people management, and implementing practices and programs in support of the HR and business strategy. The HRBC will be responsible for designated projects, helping to develop procedures and programs to support HR and business priorities, as well as compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects. The focus of this role is on tactical and execution activities, and this person should be recognized as an HR resource and subject matter expert.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, equivalent work experience
Proven expertise in HR policies, procedures, and practices
Knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to build trusting relationships that foster collaboration and drive results
Comfortable navigating organizational complexities
Guiding Supply Chain teams through change
Facilitating solutions within a diverse and innovative culture

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in HR, Business, or related discipline
Experience in a Supply Chain environment
HR Certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
Experience in conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations
Background working in global or multi-site environments

Responsibilities

Managing the delivery of HR policies
Executing business specific projects and initiatives relating to people
Demonstrating leadership in human resources decisions, procedures, and programs
Providing support for management teams and associates by answering non-routine requests for information on policy interpretation
Providing advice and counsel on employee issues with emphasis on people management
Implementing practices and programs in support of the HR and business strategy
Helping to develop procedures and programs to support HR and business priorities
Compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects
Recommending staffing actions and collaborating with managers on restructuring
Partnering with Global Talent Management to deliver training solutions that address skill, knowledge, and leadership gaps
Providing thought leadership and project support for talent management initiatives
Facilitating relevant training sessions
Advising leaders on workplace trends to enhance associate engagement
Understanding associate needs through focus groups and exit interviews to promote satisfaction
Fostering an inclusive culture
Maintaining a union-free environment