Human Resources Manager

Hermann Forwarding • Houston, TX

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager in the transportation and warehousing industry plays a pivotal role in fostering a productive and compliant workplace environment. This position is responsible for overseeing all facets of human resources functions, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The manager will lead initiatives to enhance employee relations and administer benefits and payroll processes accurately and efficiently across the SW Region. They will also ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, mitigating risks and promoting fair labor practices. Ultimately, this role drives the development and retention of a skilled workforce that supports the operational success of the company across the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field., and / or combination of education and experience (Required).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in human resources management, preferably within the transportation or warehousing industry.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations applicable in the United States.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management.
• Experience with payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Experience working with HR information systems (HRIS) and payroll software.
• Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Office: Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Word, HRIS & Payroll systems (Required); ADP Workforce Now (Preferred)
• Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to hire, coach, counsel, train, and mentor employees in the Transportation and Logistics departments.
• Desire to surround employees with Best-in-Class excellence in employee experience.
• Willing to work overtime as needed to meet business needs.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and competing work demands.
• Excellent planning, organizational and project management skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to be flexible and balance competing priorities effectively.
• Able to remain calm under pressure and resolve issues efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and be self-motivated in a high-volume work environment.
• Positive interpersonal skills, including the ability to work across all levels and departments to engage, motivate, and lead.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills are essential.
• Must be Bilingual: English / Spanish

Nice To Haves

• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing HR teams.
• Advanced knowledge of transportation and warehousing industry-specific workforce challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain qualified candidates within the transportation and warehousing sector.
• Manage employee engagement programs to foster a positive work culture and improve overall job satisfaction and productivity.
• Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development plans to support employee growth, disciplinary actions, and organizational objectives.
• Administer payroll processing and promptly address payroll queries to ensure accurate and timely compensation.
• Manage benefits administration, ensuring employees are well-informed and enrolled in appropriate programs.
• Serve as a key point of contact for employee relations issues, resolving conflicts, coach leaders on best practices, and promoting open communication.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, updating policies as necessary.
• Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with business strategies and operational needs across all locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees