Regional HR Manager

Fresh Thyme Market•Aurora, IL

2d•$88,000 - $136,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Human Resource Manager is responsible to plan, administer, and coordinate all human resource management activities for Fresh Thyme Market to maximize the strategic use of human resources. This position is a business partner with store and regional leadership to ensure that the assigned stores sustain an environment where each team can maximize their individual and team performance. Leads and implements proactive, effective and consistent delivery of Human Resource solutions, programs and services and maintain functions such as employee relations, performance management, personnel policies, and regulatory compliance. This includes active partnership and collaboration to build strong store teams, identify gaps and present solutions, implementation, and assessment of human resource activity. Additionally, the role investigates team member concerns and seeks to resolve employee relations issues or violations while addressing root-cause issues. Regional HR Manager will support Chicago and surrounding markets including Minneapolis, Milwaukee, and St. Louis. Travel to these markets is required. Frequency 30-50%.

Requirements

Requires a B.S./B.A. degree in a business or related field or equivalent work experience
Must have a minimum of 5 years professional experience
5-7 years of HR specific experience in a corporate retail setting, multi-unit a plus
Previous case management experience (to include corrective action processes, termination, conflict mediation, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of human resource policies and practices in a professional retail environment
Ability to handle highly sensitive information with absolute confidentiality and professionalism
General knowledge of employment law and practices
Ability to adapt to the ever-changing retail environment while working in a cross-functional team environment.
Strong decision quality and effective communication.
Must have advanced attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn HR systems applications.
Strong time management.
Must be able to lead, support and contribute to team goals.

Nice To Haves

Preferred grocery retail experience

Responsibilities

Responsible to work with field operations teams for all employee relations issues
Partner with the administration of compensation, benefits and performance management systems, departmental training and safety programs.
Conducts needs assessments, training, the facilitation of small and large groups in meetings and workshops, and partners in the resolution of employee relations issues.
Provides consultation, direction and recommendations to leadership regarding employee relations activities, dispute resolution procedures, corrective actions, terminations and EEOC matters affecting employment.
Provides interpretation of company policies and procedures covering the areas of employee relations, compensation, benefits administration and workers’ compensation.
Trains leadership on best practices regarding employee and labor relations.
Collaborate with HR team on the development of effective performance management including performance appraisals, giving and receiving feedback, competency development and assessments.
Lead a variety of engagement activities and processes both corporately and regionally applied, such as round tables, orientation, on-boarding, culture surveys, etc.
Supports talent management strategies through engagement with and monitoring of team members in pivotal or rotational roles.
Facilitates career paths, succession planning and workforce planning discussions.
Coaches Store Directors, ASDs and Managers on how to maximize performance.
Manage stores staffing to meet business needs.
Analyze training needs to support the design employee development, language training and health and safety programs.
Use company engagement survey data to develop recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices.
Develop and/or administer special projects in areas such as training programs and employee awards.
Other duties as assigned.