Human Resources Manager

About the role

Ben E. Keith Company, a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution for over a century, seeks a dynamic Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic partner to our Food Division leadership team. This high-impact role involves shaping the employee experience, driving organizational effectiveness, and influencing business outcomes through people strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key advisor to leadership, delivering practical, business-aligned HR solutions
• Drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall experience
• Use people data and analytics to provide insights and inform decision-making
• Own the full talent lifecycle—from recruitment strategy to onboarding excellence
• Build strong talent pipelines through innovative and digital recruiting approaches
• Identify and champion development opportunities to grow talent and leadership capability
• Support and lead change management initiatives that enable organizational transformation
• Promote and embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging into all HR practices
• Handle complex employee relations matters with professionalism and fairness
• Provide coaching and guidance on performance management, career development, and employee growth
• Foster a positive, high-performing culture rooted in trust, accountability, and engagement
• Lead investigations and conflict resolution efforts with objectivity and care
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws while minimizing organizational risk
• Champion a safe, inclusive workplace aligned with all regulatory and company standards

Requirements

• Strong expertise across core HR disciplines, including employee relations, performance management, compensation, and organizational development
• Business acumen and the ability to connect HR strategies to measurable outcomes
• Experience driving change and leading through transformation
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust across all levels
• Integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or HR-focused coursework preferred
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities
• 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring HR team members
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification required
• Experience with HR systems (HRIS, ATS, LMS, performance tools)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience with digital recruiting tools and social media sourcing
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Experience navigating complex employee relations and organizational challenges

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits — medical, dental, vision, 401k
• A stable, family-owned company with 120 years behind it
• A high-visibility role with an opportunity to make a real impact on our growth through people