Human Resources Generalist - Retail

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Human Resources Representative to join our team for our White Lake Twp, MI Store Location. This pivotal role is at the heart of our operations, where you will be instrumental in recruiting top talent, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring our staff have the support they need to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the staffing, interview and selection process of leadership and non-leadership roles within the store and manage the applicant tracking system and applications for positions within the store.
• Oversee effective orientation, onboarding & training to drive engagement and retention.
• Champion engagement through mTeam, mCulture, mPerformance & other HR key initiatives.
• Ensure and facilitate effective communication to all team members in the store. Engage leadership to communicate and follow up with team members.
• Assist in the reporting, analysis, execution and follow up pertaining to talent management, talent development, talent acquisition, and total rewards processes and programs.
• Provide guidance to store leadership on career development resources for their team members, run reports and track progress of Individual development plans, talent profiles, development goals, training completion, and overall development efforts.
• Through the guidance of the HR Market Manager, provide consultation, direction, and recommendations to leadership regarding employee relations activities, dispute resolution procedures, corrective and disciplinary actions, terminations and EEO matters affecting employment.
• Assist with the investigation and resolution of employee complaints or policy violations.
• Provide business partner support regarding company policies and procedures covering the areas of employee relations, compensation and payroll, benefits administration, talent development, talent management, and disability management services.
• Support HR Market Managers with projects as needed.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency required. Associate Degree or above in Human Resources preferred.
• 2 years experience working as an HR Generalist, Sr. HR Generalist, HR Manager or equivalent.
• 2 years experience in Employee Relations and Investigations.
• 2 years of experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems.

Skills

• Ability to present thought leadership, demonstrate leadership presence, and be approachable.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to listen attentively and actively.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written, as well as the ability to facilitate both small and large groups in a variety of forums including formal presentations, working meetings, business reviews, and informal discussions.
• Demonstrated ability to design effective meetings and small group interactions including one-to-one discussions and conflict mediations.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships and to build a positive rapport with all levels of the organization (up, down, and sideways).
• High energy and adaptability.
• Time management and prioritization skills.
• Tenacity, emotional consistency, and courage to manage/address difficult situations.
• Schedule flexibility when business needs exist.
• Demonstrate confidentiality and ability to instill trust.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• 3 weeks of paid days off (effective on hire date for leaders only).
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K (effective on hire date for leaders only).
• Tuition-free and education reimbursement programs (available on hire date).
• Career growth opportunities.
• Paid parental leave.
• Team member discount.