HR Business Partner

About the role

Barrett Distribution Centers is a leader in providing customized third-party logistics, omni-channel distribution, and direct-to-consumer fulfillment services for customers in a variety of industries. More than anything else, we're a trusted consultant to our customers, working tirelessly to find solutions to their business challenges.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP), reporting directly to the HRBP Manager and indirectly to the Director of Employee Relations, is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. This position works on-site Monday through Friday, from 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives, and lead initiatives that strengthen Barrett's organizational culture.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough, objective investigations with detailed documentation.
• Work with operations management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity; proactively identify retention issues and deliver timely solutions.
• Collaborate with facility management and the recruitment team to develop strategies for current and future staffing needs, supporting talent acquisition, development, and retention.
• Support performance management (goal setting, performance reviews, development plans) and contribute to the design and delivery of training programs that build skills and career growth.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Support day-to-day HR operations, including payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS management; attend weekly team meetings and provide progress reports; travel as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, industrial relations, business administration or related field. Master's Degree a plus. May substitute 8+ years of directly related experience in lieu of degrees.
• HR professional certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) strongly desired.
• A minimum of three (3) years of managing complex employee relations issues with a working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines.
• Proficient in all Microsoft business applications such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with Human Capital Management systems preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly desired.
• Experience must demonstrate high level of interpersonal skills, investigatory techniques along with demonstrated abilities to effectively manage conflict in the workplace and independent ability to conceptualize, develop and affect problem resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and to apply state, federal and municipal regulations impacting employee relations.
• Experience must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and the ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $83K-$93K/year, based on experience.

Schedule

On-site, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm.