HR Business Partner

Chewy, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chewy is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner for our Ocala, FL Pharmacy fulfillment center. You will lead the Pharmacy HR department, drive employee engagement, and partner with line managers to balance interests while delivering people-focused solutions.

The role emphasizes strategic HR partnerships, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on leadership in a dynamic fulfillment environment. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related study preferred.
• 5+ years in an HR partnership role ideally within a fulfillment or distribution center.
• 2+ years' experience leading a HR Team.
• Proven track record of strategic partnerships which improve the HR experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, public presentation /communication skills and strong interpersonal social skills required.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and self-initiative.
• Ability to influence and partner with different levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead team responsible for performance management, employee engagement and talent development.
• Work with line managers and employees to address all types of employee relations issues, ensuring balance for all parties.
• Provide management mentorship to build leadership capabilities to address and resolve issues.
• Assist with training and own orientation and onboarding.
• Review data to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve performance and retention.
• Facilitate compensation programs; coordinate workers' compensation and evaluate job levels.
• Handle benefits administration and develop/update job descriptions, rules, procedures and policies.
• Participate in facility safety meetings and investigations.

Skills

HR strategy

employee relations

communication

leadership & mentoring

data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

Job description

Job Description

Chewy is currently sourcing for a Human Resources Business Partner at our Ocala, FL Pharmacy fulfillment center! HR Business Partner is responsible for leading and handling the Pharmacy Human Resources department. If you are looking for a position in which no two days are the same, Team Members are a valued asset, and you look at employee engagement as a high priority – this position is for you. Chewy is a thriving organization, and we need an HR Leader to join the team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead team responsible for performance management, employee engagement and talent development.
• Work with line managers and employees to address all types of employee relations issues ensuring a balance in representing all parties’ interests
• Provide management mentor to build leadership capabilities to address and resolve employee issues.
• Assists with training as needed by training team; owns orientation and onboarding.
• Review and analyze data to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve performance, retention, and employee experience.
• Facilitate compensation programs. Implement compensation plans supported by the research of local market data for positions, evaluate job levels to ensure compensation programs remain driven. Coordinate workers compensation program: investigate all injuries, first aid and near misses, and work with plant management to reduce all three.
• Handle benefits administration.
• Develop/update job descriptions, rules, procedures and policies.
• Participate in facility safety and meetings, including, but not limited to, safety committee meetings and accident investigations.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related study preferred (experience in a similar warehouse environment or a combination of education-training and experience will be considered)
• 5+ years in an HR partnership role ideally within a fulfillment or distribution center or lively work environment with demonstrable track record of success
• 2+ years' experience leading a HR Team
• Proven track record of strategic partnerships which improve the HR experience
• Excellent written, verbal, public presentation /communication skills and strong interpersonal social skills required
• Strong discernment, including problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and self-initiative
• Ability to influence and partner with different levels of the organization to achieve results
• Able to work efficiently with a variety of personnel
• Strong employee relations background
• Position may require travel

Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

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