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Harbor Freight Tools · 1 day ago

Director, Human Resources - Distribution - Dillon, SC

Dillon, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Harbor Freight Tools is seeking a Director of Human Resources for their Distribution Center network. This strategic and hands-on role will provide comprehensive HR support, focusing on employee relations, career development, and process improvements to drive organizational excellence and support the company's rapid growth.

ManufacturingRetail

Responsibilities

The ability to understand business goals and recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and development of HR with the company

A true hands-on approach as well as the ability to successfully monitor the “pulse” of the associates to ensure a high level of associate engagement

Demonstrate a passion for innovative HR solutions and process improvements

Serves as the Chief People Officer in the Distribution Center and is a key member of the Enterprise HR Leadership Steering Team. This role oversees all Associate centric HR Development and Training teams in the distribution centers

Direct and manage human resources initiatives and tasks in the areas of DC recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, succession planning, and associate relations

Demonstrate a strong focus on solutions and be comfortable working in an environment that demands strong deliverables along with the ability to identify problems and drive appropriate solutions

Continually assess the competitiveness of programs and practices against relevant comparable companies, industries, and markets

Being an enthusiastic team player and leader with a strong drive and commitment to create a positive work environment and Associate work experience

Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously – oriented on results

Demonstrate the ability to be comfortable with a high-volume workload and not be afraid to “roll up your sleeves” and be present throughout the Distribution Centers

Success in creating and driving effective talent development, employee relations, retention and recognition programs

Ensure policies, procedures, and human resource programs are consistently administered and aligned with organizational goals and are in compliance with professional standards, state and federal regulatory requirements, and laws

Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities, communicating and coordinating requirements, expediting fulfillment, evaluating milestone accomplishments, evaluating optional courses of action, changing assumptions and modifying direction

Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications

Guides management and employee actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines; communicating and enforcing organization values

Qualification

HR leadershipEmployee relationsTalent developmentPHR/SPHR certificationProblem-solvingMulti-taskingIndependent judgmentEmployment lawsInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationCollaborationAdaptabilityDecision-making

Required

Bachelor's degree required. Preferred field of study in HR, Business Administration, or Organizational Development

Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including a leadership role overseeing HR teams or partners. Experience within Distribution/Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Retail environments a plus

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with diverse groups of employees, multi-cultural and regional groups across the U.S

Sense of urgency, collaborative team style, and ability to quickly adapt to changes in priorities with strong decision-making skills

Strong ability to multi-task for timely project completions

Must be hands-on and have a strong “whatever it takes” attitude to get the job done

Familiar with federal and state employment laws such as ADA, FMLA, FLSA, etc

Ability to exercise independent judgment and carry out responsibilities with minimum direction

Demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving tools and techniques

Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time

Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone

Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports

The ability to lift up to 50 lbs