HR Specialist

Cart.com; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cart.com in Houston, TX is seeking an HR Specialist to support day-to-day operations of the People Team, ensuring smooth execution of administrative processes. You will provide hands-on support and respond to employee inquiries, manage timecards, and assist with onboarding.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized with a Bachelor's degree preferred, and have up to 2 years of experience in HR or administration. Join us to help foster an inclusive environment in our growing team.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in HR or administrative support.
• Proficient with basic Excel functions including SUM and IF statements.
• Comfortable managing sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage the People Team inbox and respond to employee inquiries.
• Process and track timecards for corporate employees.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technical acumen

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

We’re Cart.com, one of the fastest growing commerce enablement companies in the world. We provide the digital and physical infrastructure that empowers thousands of leading B2C, B2B and public sector organizations to unify commerce operations from product discovery to product delivery.

We’re building toward a world where commerce has no bounds. Our enterprise-grade software, services and logistics infrastructure, including our own network of omnichannel fulfillment and distribution centers, enable merchants to navigate an increasingly complex operating landscape and drive efficient growth.

Our goal is to be the global backbone of commerce. To achieve it, we’re looking for entrepreneurial, innovative and determined teammates who are eager to help our growing base of customers simplify their commerce operations and seamlessly reach their own customers, wherever they are. Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you.

Cart.com Fast Facts

• 6,000+ customers worldwide
• 1,200+ employees globally
• Headquartered in Houston, TX with international offices in Mexico and Poland

Our values

• Be brand obsessed: Our lives are shaped by the brands we interact with daily. We obsess over the brands we serve, and about the things they care about.
• Think beyond the box: “We’ve always done it that way” is not a phrase uttered often at our office. We create creative solutions to complex problems.
• Don’t give up: We learn from our challenges and see them for what they are; great building blocks to an amazing brand story.
• Speak up: We communicate clearly and directly because we care deeply. Communication is the bedrock of our community.
• Work together: We’ve built a team that prides itself on diversity of thought and background. Collaboration is better with contrast.
• Remember to be human: We work hard, but we leave room for the people, places and things that we love.

Hybrid

This position is open to applicants or individuals who are located in Houston, TX and will require 3-days onsite in the Houston office.

The Role

The HR Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the People Team, ensuring smooth execution of administrative, employee support, and foundational People processes. This role is highly operational and service-oriented, acting as a key point of contact for employees while supporting programs, systems, and internal workflows.

You will provide hands‑on support across People Operations, including employee inquiries, timecard management, documentation, program coordination, and office‑based responsibilities. This role is critical to ensuring the People Team operates efficiently and that employees have a consistent, high‑quality experience.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the People Team inbox, responding to employee questions and routing requests appropriately
• Process and track timecards for corporate employees
• Handle physical mail distribution, including sorting and routing to Payroll, Benefits, and other teams
• Support unemployment claims, outplacement services and employment verifications
• Assist with People programs and initiatives (benefits admin, surveys, engagement activities)
• Provide administrative support including calendar coordination and scheduling for the people team as necessary.
• Maintain and update employee records and documentation
• Support onboarding and offboarding logistics
• Administer Form I-9 completion and verification processes, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with employment eligibility requirements
• Help coordinate employee engagement activities and in‑office experiences
• Partner with HRBP and People Ops team to support ongoing operational needs

Who You Are

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• A service-oriented team player who enjoys helping employees
• Comfortable handling administrative and operational tasks with accuracy
• Reliable and able to manage recurring responsibilities consistently
• Positive, approachable, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

What You’ve Done

• 0–2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or operations (internships included)
• Basic Excel formulas including SUM, IF statement, XLOOKUP
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong technical acumen
• Experience managing tasks with high attention to detail
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

Currently, Cart.com does not intend to hire candidates who will need, now or in the future, Cart.com sponsorship through any non‑immigrant visa category such as the H‑1B, H‑1B1, E‑3, O‑1, or TN.

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

Cart.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.