[Remote] Regional HR Manager – Midwest

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. World Market is a company that has been sharing global stories for over 60 years through their unique assortment of products. They are seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to manage all aspects of HR for over 45 stores, providing partnership and counsel to field leaders and store management to foster a high-performance culture.


Responsibilities

  • Provide HR support to the region by focusing on associate relations, talent development, performance management and compliance
  • Partner with field leaders on solutions to complex associate relations, staffing and retention issues and planning giving both strategic and tactical guidance
  • Support Company-wide initiatives to help teams achieve goals and deliver results
  • Quickly build trust and rapport, maintaining a positive and productive relationship with associates at all levels
  • Monitor and ensure compliance on practices across all retail locations including hiring, onboarding, training, and associate engagement practices
  • Manage and resolve difficult issues while remaining objective in all matters. Identify core issues and make recommendations based on facts, performance, precedents, and laws
  • Train Managers on HR practices and procedures including coaching, discipline, and hiring
  • Ensure Retail HR operations adhere to legal standards and practices
  • Respond effectively to changes in business priorities and support business partners with change management
  • Effectively investigate and resolve associate complaints/concerns
  • Effectively conduct the majority of communication over the phone and virtually

Skills

  • BA/BS degree, or comparable generalist HR work experience preferably in the retail industry
  • 3+ years of previous management experience in Human Resources or related field - versed in a broad range of HR disciplines (comp/benefits, HR policies/procedures, labor law, employee relations, etc.)
  • Indisputable personal work characteristics with the highest level of professionalism, objectivity, and integrity in all situations
  • Excellent communication skills to convey confidence and to collaborate with all levels - from associate to the executive level

Benefits

  • Up to 30% employee discount.
  • Wellness Programs including virtual fitness classes, personal health advocates, coaches, gym discounts and more.
  • Accrued Vacation, Sick Time and Personal Holidays.
  • Eligible employees offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance and more.

Company Overview

  • We delight customers with an ever-changing marketplace of unique and beautiful home furnishings, décor, accessories and exceptional gourmet products. It was founded in 1958, and is headquartered in Alameda, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.worldmarket.com.

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