HR Business Partner, Rapid & Rural Logistics PXT (R2L)

Amazon; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Minneapolis is seeking an HR Business Partner to partner with hourly workers and business leaders, delivering talent management, employee engagement, and operational excellence through data-driven HR initiatives. You will lead strategic and tactical HR programs, coach leaders on performance, and champion inclusive talent practices while deploying AI-enabled tools to improve the employee experience in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires onsite presence at an Amazon facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of Amazon experience as blue badge/FTE.
• 2+ years of HR or equivalent experience across operations, customer service, retail, distribution, etc.
• Experience supporting or leading employee-focused processes including onboarding, benefits, investigations, training or talent management.

Responsibilities

• Improve site effectiveness by identifying patterns, root causes, and fair policy application.
• Use data analytics to identify trends and drive improvements in employee experience and performance.
• Execute and monitor employee engagement strategies and recognition programs.
• Coach leaders on people management, performance feedback, and team development.
• Ensure equitable talent practices across selection, development, and advancement.
• Drive adoption of HR tech, AI, and self-service tools while maintaining high-touch service.

Education

Bachelor's degree

2+ years Amazon experience

Job description

Description

In pursuit of being Earth's Best Employer, our global Human Resources teams, known as People eXperience and Technology (PXT), drive business success by fostering a safe, inclusive, and innovative culture. The HR Business Partner provides HR generalist support to a large population of hourly employees and business leaders, bringing expertise in leadership development, employee experience, and operational excellence.

In this role, you will partner with business leaders to deliver HR initiatives focused on talent management, employee engagement, and internal customer service. Success requires leveraging data-driven insights and understanding the importance of HR metrics to drive business impact. You may also lead a team of entry-level HR employees and own projects that enhance the employee experience.

The HR Business Partner balances strategic and tactical responsibilities, driving organizational success through partnership with leaders. They execute core PXT processes while providing guidance on talent processes, performance management, and cultural initiatives. By building trust and influence through sound business acumen, they manage increasingly complex issues and deliver solutions that enhance both employee experience and business outcomes.

You will be expected to work onsite at an Amazon facility.

Key job responsibilities

• Improve site effectiveness by identifying systemic patterns, addressing root causes, and making high-judgment decisions that align with policy intent while minimizing risk. Establish and implement mechanisms that ensure consistent, fair application of policies while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
• Use data analytics to identify emerging trends, predict future challenges, and implement proactive solutions at the site level. Turn insights into practical initiatives that drive measurable improvements in employee experience and business performance.
• Execute and monitor employee engagement strategies and recognition programs. Maintain meaningful floor presence to gather insights, identify early signs of disengagement, and partner with leaders to drive targeted improvements.
• Coach Business Leaders on effective people management practices, including performance feedback, team development, and complex employee relations matters. Support leaders in building inclusive, high-performing teams.
• Partner with leaders to ensure equitable talent practices across selection, development, and advancement decisions. Champion initiatives that create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.
• Drive adoption of HR technology solutions, AI, and self-service tools, ensuring effective utilization while maintaining focus on high-touch service delivery in critical moments. Identify opportunities to enhance user experience and process efficiency.

A day in the life

Your day will be a dynamic blend of strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making. You'll focus on driving organizational effectiveness and employee engagement, leveraging advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to identify trends, anticipate business needs, and develop solutions that enhance workplace experience and deliver measurable results.

From coaching leadership teams on workforce and talent management to driving HR process excellence, you'll collaborate with business leaders to develop forward-looking strategies focused on operational objectives and team effectiveness. You'll build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization while contributing to meaningful workplace improvements.

Success in this role comes from your ability to navigate organizational dynamics, lead change initiatives, and make high-judgment decisions in ambiguous situations. Through a combination of business acumen, data-driven insights, and strategic partnerships, you'll help create a workplace culture where employees feel valued and empowered, while driving long‑term organizational success and adaptability in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

About The Team

Grocery Fulfillment Centers (GFC) continuously aims to build a best‑in‑class grocery experience for our customers where Amazon is the first choice for selection, value, and convenience—whether shopping in store or online.

The GFC PXT team helps support multiple, ever-changing, exciting businesses within Amazon’s specialty network and retail stores across the globe. However, we all have a common goal - obsessing over our customers. From our diverse team of associates to our leadership, PXT takes pride in putting our team and our customers first, supporting them on a wide range of topics spanning the employment life‑cycle. Join our team and see what’s in store next!

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
• 2+ years of human resources or equivalent (e.g., operations, customer service, retail, distribution, shipping/logistics, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing) experience
• Experience supporting or leading employee‑focused processes including onboarding, benefits, investigations, training or talent management

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree, or MBA
• Ability