Bashas' Team Member Relations Specialist - Chandler, AZ

Bashas'•Chandler, AZ

1d•$64,800 - $84,950•Hybrid

About The Position

Bashas’ is a family-owned, regional grocer that operates in Arizona, New Mexico and serves four Tribal Nations under five well-known brands including Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store, and Bashas’ Diné supermarkets. Founded in 1932, Bashas’ has a rich history of serving communities with quality products and great customer service. Shared values led Bashas’ to join The Raley’s Companies in 2021, strengthening our business through technological advancements, shared learning, leadership development, and new offerings. With more than 21,000 team members, we are united by a higher purpose: to deliver quality offerings, exceptional service, and to do right by our people, communities, and planet. At Bashas’, part of The Raley’s Companies, we believe in treating every team member with fairness, dignity, and respect. As a Team Member Relations Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in fostering a positive, people-centered culture by serving as a trusted advisor and advocate across our store teams. In this role, you'll be on the front lines of employee relations, helping to resolve concerns, coach leaders, conduct sensitive investigations, and support fair practices that align with our values. You'll partner closely with multiple store locations, providing real-time support that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our team members. If you're an empathetic, solutions-driven HR professional who thrives on building trust and navigating challenges with discretion and clarity — we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

1–3+ years of HR or employee relations experience (multi-site or retail industry preferred).
Experience managing investigations related to harassment, discrimination, or conduct.
High school diploma required
Familiarity with employment laws including EEO, ADA, FMLA, wage & hour, and union awareness.

Nice To Haves

some college coursework or HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) strongly preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Respond to leader and team member questions, providing clear guidance on policies, workplace concerns, and HR best practices.
Manage investigations into sensitive employee matters, from initial interviews through documentation and recommended actions.
Offer coaching and conflict resolution to help resolve workplace concerns and maintain team morale.
Support performance and conduct discussions with leadership, helping ensure consistent and fair disciplinary actions.
Participate in union grievance hearings, unemployment claims, and internal review boards, ensuring Raley’s values and procedures are upheld.
Use data and case trends to identify root causes and suggest improvements to policies, culture, and team engagement.
Help shape and refine our HR programs and practices to support a strong, inclusive, and compliant work environment.