Senior Human Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Human Resource Manager/Director is a well-rounded generalist directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function. The manager understands the needs of the business and applies their knowledge of industry practices, laws/regulations to manage Associate Relations issues, Performance Management, Compensation and Learning and Development opportunities. This position will be based in and will support the Secaucus, NJ office in addition to managing the HR supervisors at our distribution centers. Must be able to come to the NY office a few times a month.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all assigned client groups or company-wide programs that support the HR functions including performance management, employee relations, talent acquisition and learning and development.
• Makes recommendations to executive management for improvement of the organizations associate engagement programs, policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures organizations compliance.
• Plans, organizes and controls all activities of assigned client groups. Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems. Ensures compliance with all state and federal discrimination and employment regulations.
• Leads Learning and Development activities to support associate growth and development planning
• Assists executive management in the annual performance review process. Monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Handles employee relations issues providing coaching and counselling to associates and managers. Consults with legal counsel as appropriate. Establishes and maintains client group records and reports.
• Serves as liaison to insurance brokers and external benefits providers providing administrative support as needed. Develops, recommends and implements HR policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; Performs benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and budget compliance.
• Evaluates reports, decisions and results of client groups in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of client group and services performed.
• Participates in committees and special projects and performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
• Attracts top talent through recruitment efforts, onboarding and by creating associate engagement programs to ensure that Delta Galil is an employer of choice.

COMPETENCIES:

• Business Acumen
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and influence decision making
• Strategic thinker with the ability to collaborate and implement long-range solutions
• Drive, curiosity and ambition for continuous improvement
• Personal credibility that reflects trust, fairness and honesty
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to execute end to end (organizing, prioritizing, managing)
• Ability to foster an environment that supports innovation by enabling others

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree and PHR preferred
• Minimum of 7+ years HR experience
• Must have experience in wholesale/retail company
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Must have experience directly managing 2+ HR employees
• Should have experience overseeing HR for distribution centers and/or corporate population
• Experience should be mainly in a Generalist capacity
• L & D background a plus