Human Resources Generalist - Retail

Meijer • Allen Park, MI

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist provides HR support and assistance to store leadership through coaching and guidance on staffing, workforce planning, training and development, retention, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, EEO, safety, and HR policy. The Store HR Representative partners closely with store leadership and the regional HR team to advance HR goals and strategies. The position is onsite at the Allen Park, Michigan store, is not a management position, and is described as equivalent to a lower-level HR Generalist I/II or Senior HR Generalist.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to present thought leadership, demonstrate leadership presence, and be approachable.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to listen attentively and actively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to facilitate small and large groups in formal presentations, working meetings, business reviews, and informal discussions.
• Ability to design effective meetings and small-group interactions, including one-to-one discussions and conflict mediation.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships and build positive rapport at all organizational levels.
• High energy and adaptability.
• Time-management and prioritization skills.
• Tenacity, emotional consistency, and courage to manage and address difficult situations.
• Schedule flexibility when business needs exist.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and instill trust.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or above in Human Resources preferred.
• Two years of experience as an HR Generalist, Senior HR Generalist, HR Manager, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in employee relations and investigations.
• Two years of experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with staffing, interviews, and selection for leadership and non-leadership roles, and manage the store's applicant tracking system and applications.
• Oversee orientation, onboarding, and training to support engagement and retention.
• Champion engagement through mTeam, mCulture, mPerformance, and other HR initiatives.
• Facilitate effective communication with store team members and engage leadership in communicating and following up with team members.
• Assist with reporting, analysis, execution, and follow-up for talent management, talent development, talent acquisition, and total rewards processes and programs.
• Guide store leadership on career development resources; run reports and track individual development plans, talent profiles, development goals, training completion, and other development efforts.
• Under the guidance of the HR Market Manager, provide consultation, direction, and recommendations to leadership on employee relations, dispute resolution, corrective and disciplinary actions, terminations, and EEO matters.
• Assist with investigating and resolving employee complaints and policy violations.
• Provide business-partner support on company policies and procedures concerning employee relations, compensation and payroll, benefits administration, talent development and management, and disability management services.
• Support HR Market Managers with projects as needed.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Scheduling flexibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid education assistance.
• Team member discount.
• Development programs for advancement and career growth.
• Three weeks of paid days off, effective on hire date for leaders only.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage and 401(k), effective on hire date for leaders only.
• Tuition-free and education reimbursement programs, available on hire date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED