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Penske Logistics · 9 hours ago

HR Project Specialist - Implementation

Reading, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Penske Logistics is a leading provider of transportation, warehousing, and freight management solutions. They are seeking an HR Project Specialist to support new business implementations and facilitate communication between location leaders and cross-functional teams.

LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation

Responsibilities

Serve as HR point of contact for new business implementations, ensuring HR requirements are met on time and within scope

Initiate, manage and complete implementation, tracking progress and escalating potential roadblocks

Coordinate and schedule onsite HR support, ensuring adequate coverage during critical phases (orientation, go-live, post go-live) etc

Provide centralized HR support for new locations until the location is fully established; expectation is 8 weeks

Partner with location leadership, support groups, and local HR partners to identify and escalate risks to the implementation plan

Facilitate the smooth transition of HR duties to location management after the go-live date

Draft clear and engaging communications related to new business implementation, new hire information, and updates for internal teams

Maintain standardized HR documentation, checklists, and procedures

Assist in the coordination and facilitation of orientation sessions for new associates

Ensure all new associate paperwork and compliance requirements are completed accurately, timely, and efficiently

Collaborate with operations, HR, and Talent Acquisition to ensure appropriate staffing levels are achieved

Up to 20%, some overnight, and occasional weekend/off shift work is required to support new business implementations, associate orientation, and onboarding

Other Projects And Responsibilities As Assigned By The Manager

Qualification

Human Resources experienceProject planningMicrosoft Office toolsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCreative self-starterManage tasks

Required

Bachelor's degree preferred

At least 2 years of experience in a Human Resources role (generalist, specialist, recruiting) supporting multi-state operations

Strong skills in Microsoft office tools

Strong organization, communication, and project planning skills

Creative, independent self-starter who excels in a fast-paced environment

Ability to understand business operations from a strategic and tactical perspective

Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, diverse audiences, and challenging environments

Valid Driver's License

Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required