Human Resources Generalist

Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office

Let’s be unstoppable together!

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world’s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities (with us you can always bring your full self to work). Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

Responsible for collaborating and advising business leaders on day-to-day operations serving as HR point person by providing support and guidance on Human Resources strategic planning, administration, implementation of procedures and policies, human relations, employee development, recruitment and selection, compliance, among other initiatives, ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and safety of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HR strategies and initiatives by aligning with the overall business strategy.
• Establish strategic goals by gathering information pertinent to the administrative and operational area; identifying and evaluating trends and options; choosing a course of action; defining objectives and evaluating results.
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues, ensuring meets with company's conduct and ethical standards, local and federal compliance.
• Plan and execute the recruitment and selection process by interviewing candidates, completing job offers, and conducting on board orientations.
• Support current and future business needs by developing, engaging, motivating, and preserving human capital.
• Manage and maintain the Human Resources information system (HRIS) by entering and updating personnel transaction information and data from all employees.
• Oversee and manage performance appraisal system by driving high performance.
• Assess, plan, design, implement and monitor training programs by meeting companies needs and career development plans.
• Report to management and provide decision support by using HR metrics.
• Ensure legal compliance by defining, coordinating compliance training (i.e. Security, Sexual Harassment, Domestic Violence, among others), and ensuring annual compliance throughout human resource management.
• Generate periodic reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing administrative activities.
• Keep management informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports; summarizing the information; identifying trends.
• Understand the needs of leadership by assisting with talent planning, organizational structure changes, compensation planning and other Human Resources key initiatives.
• Achieve staff outcomes by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring, and evaluating work outcomes, disciplining employees, initiating, and enforcing standards, policies, procedures, and systems.
• Establish compensation and benefits programs by developing job descriptions, establishing internal equity, surveying the market for wages and benefits, monitoring salaries.
• Manage and maintain the company's benefits area, i.e. Retirement Plan, Medical Plan, among others.
• Establish policies, procedures, and guidelines aligning company values with local and federal requirements.
• Provide support and guidance to staff in identifying, resolving and/or preventing conflicts, reducing the impact of factors that influence the effectiveness of their performance within the organization.
• Plan, control and execute personnel actions (promotions, transfers, leave, terminations, disabilities, etc.), following established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Prepare and coordinate activities for employees by increasing the satisfaction and retention of all the company's personnel.
• Maintain historical reference of Human Resources and organizational records by developing and utilizing filing systems; and ensuring their retention and security.
• Comply with legal requirements at the state, federal, and international levels by researching and adhering to statutory regulations.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops and educational courses, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal and social networks.
• Contribute to teamwork efforts by achieving desired results.

Requirements

To successfully perform this position, the individual must perform the essential tasks satisfactorily. The requirements detailed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled persons to perform essential functions. The following qualifications are necessary to perform the job proficiently:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration mainly in Human Resources or its equivalent, certifications in Human Resources (PHR or SHRM CP) preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of Human Resources experience handling highly sensitive and confidential information, preferably in the marketing industry.
• Knowledge of state and federal Human Resources legislation.
• Strong administrative experience
• Ability to prioritize and work with multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Attention to detail, independent judgment, and problem solving.
• Extremely strong organizational, follow-through, and time management skills
• Demonstrated background serving as an HR advisor and thought leader; as well as have a proven ability to identify solutions that develop teams and managers.
• Ability to bring immediate credibility to the Human Resources function through his/her professional qualifications and leadership skills as well as project the highest levels of integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Spanish/English
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, database system, payroll, and accounting systems

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the duties of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Normal physical exertion requires sitting, standing, walking, using equipment, lifting, or carrying light items.

Mental Demands

The characteristics of mental demands are representative of efforts that involve pressure or stress. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled persons to perform the essential functions of the position. Moderate, demands working under pressure, meeting deadlines, frequent changes in priorities.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): San Juan, Puerto Rico

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