HR Business Partner - Regional (IL/IN)
About The Position
Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT! Job Summary: If you love working with people, thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, and want to make a real impact, this role is for you. Supporting Chicago and Central Illinois, you’ll partner closely with leaders to build strong teams, coach performance, and bring our values to life every day, helping both the business and our people succeed. This position provides consulting to a defined geography/location in building the organization and talent capabilities. This position identifies, prioritizes, and aligns Human Resource programs and initiatives in support of achieving business objectives. They formulate partnerships with the broader Human Resource function to deliver best in class service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. This HR Business Partner supports the Chicago/Central Illinois and Indiana stores. Market travel is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field with 6-8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
- 3-5 years of Supervisory/Leadership experience.
- Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated project management skill and track record of measurable accomplishments.
- Travel Required: up to 50%
Nice To Haves
- MBA
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP
Responsibilities
- Provides counsel to business leaders at their geography/location by proactively identifying issues and opportunities within their teams and taking action, driving initiatives and executing plans.
- Participates in a wide variety of HR initiatives and projects across multiple Human Resource disciplines, including performance management, culture building, change management, diversity and inclusion, liaison for safety initiatives, governance and compliance.
- Facilitates the job evaluation process with Compensation by assisting in the writing of job descriptions, conducting job evaluations, and setting pay / pay grades and proficiency in explaining ranges and job levels.
- Executes the talent management strategy for the geography/location including developing robust succession planning/talent management, developing internal talent, and supporting the recruiting strategy to ensure we have the right people at the right time in alignment with the overall strategy within the Center of Excellence.
- Provides day-to-day performance management guidance, which may include complex employee relations issues and conducting thorough yet objective investigations, to ensure consistent execution of the performance management process.
- Partners with areas of the business to conduct soft skills training, to include but not limited to, recruitment/selection, staffing techniques, coaching/counseling, disciplinary discussions, exit interviews and employee relations. In addition to some program training such as: Workday, Kronos and Payroll Integrations.
- Developing reports, analyzing, and creating initiatives based on results to include the employee engagement survey
- Audit for policy compliance of work area and location to ensure we are safe work environment
- Continually benchmarks external regulatory trends and best practices in Human Resources.
- Where applicable, facilitates new hire onboarding and new leader assimilation for key roles.
- Acts as a resource and at times a liaison with various Human Resource Centers of Excellence (i.e. Benefits, Compensation, Talent Acquisition and Talent Management
- Where applicable, supports key safety initiatives
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance
- 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%
- 9-11 paid holidays each year
- two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire
- personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
