HR Manager Supply Chain

Red Wing Shoe Company; Red Wing (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Wing Shoe Company is seeking an HR Manager, Supply Chain to lead HR programs across multiple sites from its Red Wing, MN base. The role combines team leadership with active HR business partnership in a hybrid work model.

You will partner with operations leaders to translate people strategies into execution, coach leaders, manage employee relations, and ensure compliant HR delivery across sites. A background in manufacturing or supply chain HR is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience supporting business leaders and delivering HR programs
• Experience leading HR work through others (direct or indirect) strongly preferred
• Experience supporting multi-site operations; manufacturing or supply chain environment preferred
• Employee relations experience required; labor/union experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field, and/or SHRM or HRCI certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Business Partners/Generalists across multiple locations, providing direction on priorities, workload, and execution of HR initiatives.
• Partner with the Sr. HRBP Manager and business leaders to translate HR strategies into actionable plans and ensure consistent execution across Supply Chain.
• Serve as a direct HR partner to assigned leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, engagement, and team effectiveness.
• Coach and support leaders through people management, organizational change, and workforce planning, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategy.
• Own the implementation and follow-through of key HR programs and processes, identifying and addressing execution gaps as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Communication skills

Coaching & leadership

Problem solving

Multi-site operations

Travelability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business or related field

SHRM or HRCI certification a plus

Job description

This role follows a hybrid work model, offering flexibility to work remotely while coming together in the office in Red Wing, MN on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for collaboration. There may also be occasional in-person “Moments that Matter” and key business needs throughout the year that require additional days in the office. Candidates should live within commuting distance of Red Wing, MN at the time of hire. At Red Wing, regardless of working in roles that are fully remote, onsite, or hybrid, what matters most is working together, staying connected, and putting care into everything we do.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The HR Manager, Supply Chain leads the execution of HR programs and people processes across multiple supply chain sites, while managing a team of HR Business Partners and/or Generalists. This role partners with the Sr. HRBP Manager and operations leaders to translate people strategies into consistent, effective execution across the business. Serving as a key operational leader and extension of the Sr. HRBP Manager, this position drives alignment, follow-through, and high-quality HR delivery across sites. The role operates as a player/coach, combining team leadership with direct HR business partnership responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

HRBP Team Leadership & Enablement

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Business Partners/Generalists across multiple locations, providing direction on priorities, workload, and execution of HR initiatives
• Drive consistency in HRBP approach, decision-making, and overall service delivery, ensuring alignment and coordination across sites to deliver a consistent employee and leader experience
• Support development of HRBP capability, including coaching on employee relations, leader support, and problem-solving

HR Business Partnership

• Partner with the Sr. HRBP Manager and business leaders to translate HR strategies into actionable plans and ensure consistent execution across Supply Chain and the organization, where applicable
• Serve as a direct HR partner to assigned leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, engagement, and team effectiveness
• Coach and support leaders through people management, organizational change, and workforce planning, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategy
• Own the implementation and follow-through of key HR programs and processes, identifying and addressing execution gaps as needed
• Leverage HR metrics, insights, and employee feedback to inform decisions, improve workforce outcomes, ensure compliance, and promote a consistent, positive employee experience

Employee Relations & Labor Relations

• Lead and support complex employee and labor relations matters, including investigations and conflict resolution
• Ensure consistent and compliant handling of employee issues across sites
• Support union-represented environments, including interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, and grievance management and resolution
• Partner with leaders and union representatives to maintain effective working relationships
• Support bargaining preparation and leader readiness as needed

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 8-10+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience supporting business leaders and delivering HR programs
• Experience leading HR work through others (direct or indirect leadership) strongly preferred
• Experience supporting multi-site operations; manufacturing or supply chain environment preferred
• Employee relations experience required; labor/union experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field, and/or SHRM or HRCI certification a plus

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices
• Ability to lead and influence through others while remaining hands‑on as needed
• Effective coaching and leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex employee relations situations
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making capability in an operational environment
• Ability to drive consistency across multiple locations and teams
• Business acumen and understanding of supply chain or manufacturing environments
• Ability to travel, on occasion, to multiple sites within the United States to effectively support leaders, employees, and HR team members in support of business needs and excellence in HR delivery.

Additional Information

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact [e-mail] or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug‑free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)