Human Resources Manager

Gordon Food Service•Brighton, MI

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... HR Manager | Brighton Distribution Center 8400 Kensington Ct. Brighton, MI Fueling Our People. Growing Our Culture. At Gordon Food Service, we don't just deliver food; we deliver on a promise of excellence. As our HR Manager , you aren't just an administrator - you are a strategic partner to the General Manager and a champion for our people. You will be the architect of a high-performance culture, ensuring our Brighton team is supported, developed, and inspired to succeed every day. The Impact You’ll Make You will lead the HR function for our Brighton division, serving as a coach, consultant, and culture-builder. Your work spans the entire employee lifecycle: Culture & Engagement: You’ll be the heartbeat of the GFS "Open Door" policy, planning events that celebrate our team and fostering an environment where everyone feels heard. Talent Strategy: You'll oversee onboarding and succession planning to ensure we have the right leaders in the right seats. Leadership Coaching: You won’t just manage files; you’ll mentor our leaders, providing the tools and training they need to lead with empathy and excellence. Total Rewards & Wellness: You’ll partner with our compensation & benefits teams to ensure your division is taken care of both personally and professionally. Data-Driven Insights: You’ll use HR metrics (turnover, quality of hire, etc.) to tell a story and provide actionable insights that drive business results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or a related field - Required
5+ years of HR experience with prior leadership or management experience - Required
Exceptional active listening, social perceptiveness, and the ability to navigate complex "people problems" with logic and empathy.
A deep understanding of employment law, strategic planning, and deductive reasoning.

Nice To Haves

PHR or SPHR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Onboarding & Integration Facilitate a smooth and engaging onboarding process that welcomes new hires into the GFS culture and sets them up for long-term success from day one.
Performance & Employee Relations Be the trusted advisor for leadership on performance management. You’ll investigate concerns with fairness and drive professional growth across the division.
Learning & Development Facilitate leadership training that drives results. You’ll monitor the effectiveness of our programs and partner with the Home Office to keep our development materials cutting-edge.
Compensation, Benefits & Absence Management Oversee annual bonus payouts, salary adjustments, and benefits enrollment. You will also manage the complexities of FMLA, Workers’ Comp, and disability with precision and care.
Team Leadership Practice what you preach by leading your own HR team. You will be responsible for interviewing, hiring, and mentoring your staff - serving as a role model and resource for their professional development.