Distribution Human Resources Business Partner

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

Our people are at the heart of our success.   

That’s why our continued investment in our people—including employee engagement, DE&I, and attracting, developing, and retaining top talent—has never been greater. Lakeshore’s team is growing, and we are currently searching for a dynamic HR Business Partner to align business objectives with our employees and management on our distribution center campus. Reporting to our Director of HR, you will create partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects our business objectives. If this sounds like you—and you’re an amazing person to work with—we’d love you on our team!  

A day in the office looks like this:  

• Consulting with business management, providing HR guidance when appropriate  
• Working closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention  
• Managing and resolving employee relations issues; conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations  
• Providing day-to-day performance management guidance to business management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)   
• Engaging in performance management process to ensure internal talent is developed effectively, and that gaps are appropriately identified and addressed  
• Participating in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success; following up to ensure training objectives are met  
• Leveraging workforce analytics to execute HR dashboards, ad hoc reports, and employee engagement surveys to identify HR trends  
• Providing guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning  
• Integrating and partnering with COEs in the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, HR Operations, Legal & Compliance, and Benefit teams to implement solutions to best find solutions for associates  
• Providing HR policy guidance and interpretation  
• Executing separation/exit conversations as needed  
• Maintaining knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring compliance, partnering with the legal department and internal resources  

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:  

• 2+ years of Human Resources Business Partner experience   
• 3+ years of experience resolving employee relations issues  
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required  
• Project management and change management experience  
• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resources disciplines, including employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws  
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices and the administrative practices related to those factors  
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines  
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and customer service skills, as well as strong organizational skills and attention to detail  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software  
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential preferred  
• Fluent in English and Spanish a plus
• Position will be located within the distribution center so 2+ years distribution experience is preferred  

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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