Manufacturing Human Resource Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor use and effectiveness of recruitment, workforce planning, training, succession planning, career development, and performance management in a smaller/less complex plant or distribution/fulfillment center
• Guide the campus HR team strategically to align the business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics
• Support the development and maintenance of an inclusive business culture within the site
• Partner with leadership in development of business and budget planning activities
• Maintain hourly compensation schedules based on prevailing local market conditions
• Coach HR team and leadership in the strategic use of the company’s compensation programs; advise senior staff on all HR and legal issues
• Serve as conduit for team members to communicate their ideas and concerns to management
• Assist in the understanding and dissemination of corporate messages within the site
• Coach management on communicating priorities and goals/messages delivered to associates to increase engagement and productivity
• Lead efforts to develop and implement a successor development plan by identifying promotional readiness, determining skill and experience gaps, developing and supporting action plans to close these gaps
• Oversee campus succession plan by working with leadership, Supply Chain HRBPs, and Talent COE to identify and develop bench strength
• Coach managers in the delivery of formal and informal performance feedback focusing on performance and strengthen the linkage of individual and business goals
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by keeping abreast of existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements based upon company guidance
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties, complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Travel to Kroger locations to support business needs
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in human resources, business-related field, or equivalent in work experience
• 2+ years of experience as HR generalist or other related HR role
• Excellent leadership skills, written and oral communication skills, and planning and organizational skills
• Strong team player who has the ability to build teams and motivate others
• Self-motivated with strong initiative to achieve high standards and results
• Ability to establish relationships, build trust, manage conflict and influence others
• Demonstrated ability to protect highly confidential and sensitive information

Desired Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in HR leadership role
• SHRM SCP/CP, PHR or SPHR certification