Talent Development Generalist

Integrated Merchandising Solutions LLC•Morton Grove, IL

About The Position

As a member of the Talent Development team, we’re accountable for the recruiting, growth, and development of the organization across multiples states as well as Canada, and growing and supporting the culture at IMS. We manage employee relations, policy administration, talent acquisition and retention, learning & development, and performance management. The TD team handles all of the day-to-day people challenges of the organization, and implements new programs to move IMS forward as an organization through our people. We value what makes you, you IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work, they feel valued and appreciated, and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions, and where our people are connected - to the work we do, to each other, and to IMS. The ideal candidate for this role is comfortable collaborating at all levels of the organization, and is a strong communicator able to collaborate effectively within a geographically diverse team. In this role, you’ll be interacting with people in a variety of roles, from warehouse associates to account management to customer service to senior leadership, so the ability to switch gears and communicate with people from a variety of backgrounds is important. Additionally, you embody the IMS principles of Passion, Collaboration, Integrity, Inventiveness, and Proactivity. You will be part of a team that strives to provide excellent service and thought leadership to our clients and want to bring your best to the organization and see your work brought to life. The Talent Development Generalist plays an essential role in supporting IMS employees and the TD team. You are comfortable collaborating at all levels of the organization, and are a strong communicator able to collaborate effectively within a geographically diverse team. You have the ability to switch gears quickly and juggle multiple assignments at a time. As a Talent Development Generalist, your role contributes to the mission and vision at IMS by:

Requirements

Strong problem solving, decision-making skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple projects/requests and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to learn new systems quickly and create improved efficiency
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree and/or SPHR/PHR certification
Experience in a warehouse or marketing agency environment
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Bilingual Spanish/English

Responsibilities

Managing/owning all aspects of on-boarding for new associates; leading orientation, partnering with IT and hiring teams to ensure a successful onboarding experience for new hires
Recruiting for assigned roles, which may include Account Management, Creative, Client Services, Finance, and other roles
Serving as a designated contact for IMS employees, providing day-to-day guidance to management, and supporting management and associates with: employee relations, recruiting and staffing, performance management, payroll, benefits, conflict resolution, and training and development
Managing FMLA/leave of absence/workers compensation process
Completing administrative forms (new hires, terms, salary changes, etc.) and entering data into our HRIS system, ensuring data is accurate and entered in a timely manner
Actively participating in office committees and providing counsel from the TD perspective
Helping to implement people initiatives, regularly contributing ideas and leading presentations to the organization as needed
Maintaining and updating policies and procedures as necessary, ensuring compliance of all company policies
Assisting with facilitating payroll processing, including running payroll reports providing backup processing when needed
Sharing knowledge and cross training team members
Partnering with committee leads to review recommendations for office events and ensure appropriate approvals from leadership
Helping to foster an inclusive and welcoming work environment