Human Resources Business Partner

Guitar Center•Brownsburg, IN

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a visible, hands-on strategic partner to Distribution Center leadership and associates. The role translates operational priorities into people strategies that support business performance, workforce stability, associate engagement, and organizational effectiveness. It provides practical guidance and leadership coaching while ensuring compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices. The HRBP partners with leaders on workforce planning, staffing, recruiting, onboarding, internal mobility, succession planning, leadership development, employee relations, performance management, and associate engagement. The role also supports accurate and compliant HR operations, including payroll and timekeeping, leave and benefits administration, HRIS accuracy, and compliance reporting. The position is primarily office-based within a distribution center, with regular interaction on the warehouse floor. Minimal travel is expected, although occasional travel for meetings, training, or business needs may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
Strong employee relations experience, including workplace investigations and performance management.
Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
Experience using HRIS and timekeeping systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting a distribution center, warehouse, manufacturing, retail operations, or another high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR partner to Distribution Center leadership, aligning people strategies with operational priorities, productivity goals, staffing needs, and business objectives.
Partner with leaders on workforce strategies, organizational change, business growth, team effectiveness, and leadership capability.
Anticipate workforce risks and recommend proactive actions to foster an engaged, high-performing culture.
Develop staffing strategies with Operations leaders and lead or support workforce planning, recruiting strategy, onboarding effectiveness, internal mobility, succession planning, and leadership development.
Support new-hire integration, evaluate staffing trends, and recommend actions to improve hiring success, reduce turnover, and strengthen organizational capability.
Advise leaders and associates on employee relations matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, attendance, corrective action, and policy interpretation.
Conduct workplace investigations and recommend fair, consistent resolutions aligned with company values.
Monitor employee relations, turnover, absenteeism, and engagement trends, and partner with leaders on proactive solutions.
Coach leaders on accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, leadership effectiveness, performance improvement plans, feedback, difficult conversations, and team development.
Maintain a visible and approachable presence throughout the Distribution Center and serve as a primary HR resource for associates.
Promote a positive associate experience through regular warehouse-floor interaction and participation in daily operations.
Lead or support associate engagement initiatives, recognition programs, wellness activities, and site events.
Partner with HR support teams to ensure HR processes are accurate, efficient, and compliant with company policies and employment laws.
Provide oversight and support for payroll and timekeeping, leave administration, benefits administration, HRIS accuracy, and compliance reporting.