Talent Business Partner

Red Bull•Chicago, IL

1d•$92,000 - $138,000

About The Position

The Talent Business Partner (TBP) is an experienced HR professional who supports the delivery of Talent strategies and initiatives for an assigned region within Red Bull Distribution Company. The role partners with business leaders and Talent colleagues to execute Talent processes, provide operational support, and deliver solutions aligned with organizational goals. It handles medium-complex assignments, contributes to projects, and recommends improvements to Talent practices. The TBP advises business leaders on Talent matters, supports workforce challenges and regional business reviews, and helps implement Talent strategies. The role manages performance management, employee relations, investigations, employee counseling, performance documentation, terminations, onboarding, and leave coordination. It also supports talent management, succession planning, employee training, learning and development, recruiting, workforce planning, and analysis. The position collaborates with Talent Centers of Excellence and represents the Talent function in cross-functional meetings. It identifies opportunities to improve processes and contributes to continuous improvement and a positive culture within the Talent organization. Travel is 40–50 (the posting does not specify a unit).

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive HR experience in a multi-site organization.
At least 3 years of HR business partnering experience.
Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and systems, particularly operational HR delivery.
Ability to build strong relationships with business leaders and employees.
Ability to translate national strategies to local or regional contexts.
Experience managing and executing HR processes such as performance management and employee relations.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to handle medium-complex assignments.
Familiarity with workforce planning and ability to collaborate with planning teams.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams and functions.
Strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience guiding, coaching, and leading in sensitive employee situations.
Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance requirements.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a distribution, warehouse, or similar environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key contact for business leaders, advising on Talent-related matters and aligning support with organizational goals.
Support Talent strategies and initiatives and provide operational solutions to workforce challenges such as employee engagement, performance, and retention.
Apply and ensure compliance with current labor laws, rules, and regulations.
Build business acumen and provide integrated Talent solutions that address operational needs.
Participate in regional business reviews and meetings to present Talent trends and analysis and discuss opportunities.
Manage performance management, employee relations, investigations, employee counseling, performance documentation, termination processes, and onboarding.
Implement Talent policies, procedures, and programs effectively.
Coordinate leaves of absence with the Total Rewards & Safety team, including required documentation and notifications.
Collaborate with Talent colleagues to ensure consistent and aligned Talent services.
Assist with identifying talent needs and supporting succession planning.
Conduct training for the assigned client group on Talent, management, and compliance topics.
Contribute to efforts to attract, retain, and develop talent, and guide employees on learning and development opportunities.
Participate in Talent projects and initiatives and recommend process enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaborate with Talent Centers of Excellence and share best practices to promote continuous improvement.
Work with Regional Talent Acquisition to support full-lifecycle recruiting, including regional management selection processes.
Serve as a liaison between business leaders and the broader Talent organization and represent Talent in cross-functional meetings and initiatives.
Contribute positively to the RBDC Talent Business Partner peers and broader Talent organization.
Contribute to workforce planning with Talent Planning & Analytics and other teams.
Monitor workforce data and metrics to identify trends and support decisions, ensuring staffing efforts align with business needs.