Senior Director Human Resources - Operations

About the role

The Senior HR Director is a business partner to senior operational leadership and is responsible for leading, implementing and executing the organization’s HR strategy, key projects and initiatives within the Natural or Conventional group of Distribution Centers.

Job Responsibilities

• HR Leadership
• Leads the HR function for Natural or Conventional Distribution Center HR teams, provides functional HR expertise, executes on key projects, and drives performance through local HR teams.
• Mentors the HR team across the group. Responsible for leveraging best practices and creating a culture of collaboration within the group and Nationally.
• Leads team in strategy development, execution and advises on company-wide programs.
• Strategic Business Partnership
• Acts as a strategic advisor and coach to Senior Vice President leadership and below, navigating complex business needs while ensuring alignment with national standards and organizational priorities.
• Leverages a deep understanding of business needs and participates in systematically solving business problems across the group through the talent lens.
• Forecasts current and future talent needs. Gain in-depth understanding of business priorities and translate into workforce planning for the group.
• Oversees execution of the annual talent review process for the group.
• Execution of HR Function and Programs
• Responsible for overseeing the execution of core annual programs, such as performance objectives and goal setting, performance evaluations, compensation planning, talent assessment, succession planning, wellness, annual enrollment, etc.
• Responsible for HR compliance activities within the group, requires thorough knowledge off HR policies and procedures as well as federal and state/province laws.

Job Requirements

• Education/ Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
• Master’s Degree preferred
• PHR/SPHR/CHRL/CPHR Certification preferred
• Experience
• 15+ years of HR experience, or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in HR leadership role
• Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities
• Demonstrates exceptional agility and a high sense of urgency, accurately assessing priorities, managing competing demands, and delivering results within required timeframes
• Expertise in talent strategy, workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state/provincial, and local employment laws and regulations
• Strong understanding of compensation, benefits, and employee and labor relations principles
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Results-oriented leadership with a strong focus on performance and accountability
• Proven change leadership capabilities, including the ability to influence, drive adoption, and sustain organizational transformation