Manager, HR

DP World•Union City, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact with a global logistics leader as we continue expanding our data center operations. We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR Manager to lead HR support for traveling teams responsible for setting up new data center locations. This role will oversee workforce coordination, employee relations, onboarding, performance management, and HR operations while partnering closely with site leadership to ensure a positive employee experience throughout each project. This is more than an HR leadership role — it's an opportunity to help shape the employee experience across expanding data center operations, support a growing workforce, and partner with leaders to build a strong foundation for operational success.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Progressive Human Resources experience, including experience in an HR leadership or management capacity
HR experience within warehouse, logistics, distribution, manufacturing, construction, or other operational environments
Strong background in employee relations, performance management, investigations, and HR compliance
Experience coaching operational leaders and providing guidance on employee-related matters
Ability to manage multiple HR priorities across different locations or projects
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to build relationships and influence leaders at various levels of an organization
Willingness and flexibility to travel to different project locations as business needs require
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or business or a field related to the position.
Experience performing professional level human resources duties.
Experience performing HR duties within a 3PL logistics or manufacturing environment a plus.
Additional education, training and/or work experience in area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.
Knowledge of principles and procedures used in human resources.
Extensive knowledge of local employment laws, rules, and/or regulations affecting human resources administration; ability to develop a broad knowledge of those of the Company.
Proficiency using computers, specifically Microsoft Office products and HRIS systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting new site launches, start-up operations, or project-based workforces
Previous experience managing or developing HR professionals
Experience supporting traveling employees or multi-site operations
Knowledge of HRIS systems, workforce analytics, and timekeeping processes
Experience partnering with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and Operations teams
Familiarity with workforce transitions, organizational change, and employee engagement initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead HR support for traveling teams assigned to new data center start-up projects
Oversee staffing coordination, employee onboarding, orientation, attendance processes, and HR records
Manage, coach, and develop an HR Generalist to ensure consistent and effective HR support
Partner with site leadership to address employee relations matters, performance concerns, and workforce challenges
Oversee employee investigations and disciplinary actions in partnership with regional HR leadership
Provide guidance to operational leaders on company policies, HR procedures, performance management, and employee development
Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and Operations to ensure employees receive consistent support throughout their assignments
Coordinate workforce planning and employee transitions between projects and locations
Monitor attendance, staffing needs, and employee relations trends to identify opportunities for improvement
Provide regular workforce updates, employee relations insights, and HR recommendations to leadership
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
Travel to new data center locations to provide onsite HR leadership and support during start-up activities
Support change management initiatives and help establish consistent HR processes across multiple project sites
Partner with the Site and/or Functional Manager and entire site leadership team to ensure a complete understanding of organizational, staffing and headcount needs and objectives, leading through effective communication and discipline.
Lead all site based HR functional areas and initiatives and launch activities for the site supporting the Site and/or Functional Manager.
Recruit, train and develop highly productive candidates motivated to achieve business objectives.
Manage third party staffing partners for temporary/contract work.
Develop, implement, and maintain company policies, programs and procedures to foster understanding of and improvement in management, supervisory, and/or employee relations as well as counsel administrators and employees concerning human resources policies and procedures; review and resolve issues.
Supervise staff directly by planning, assigning, and reviewing assignments, counseling staff, evaluating job performance, and approving or recommending corrective actions.
Manage site HR budget, performance management, succession planning, and CSR.
Meet ISO/customer standards, support audits, and initiate or follow up on global, regional and local communication activities.
Determine the need for, supervise and participate in the development and maintenance of human resources programs, HRIS systems, and studies.
Provide guidance and direction in the area of labor relations.
For sites under a collective barraging agreement union responsibilities to include union relationship, grievances, arbitration and negotiations.
Supervise and help develop other site based HR professionals.
Help integrate company HR initiatives at the site level among both hourly and salaried staff.
Other duties as assigned