Human Resources Business Partner

Sierra Forest Products Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Forest Products seeks a Human Resources Business Partner to align HR initiatives with business goals in Salt Lake City. This hybrid, full-time role partners with senior leaders to drive engagement, retention, compliance, and organizational growth.

You'll manage onboarding, performance management, benefits, compensation programs, workforce planning, and HR operations, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution to create a positive employee experience and compliant practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience including compensation, benefits, team member relations, and HR operations.
• Experience managing team member benefits programs, vendor relationships, open enrollment processes, and leave administration.
• Proven experience supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and development initiatives.
• Experience interpreting employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to managers and team members on relations, performance coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to implement HR strategies aligning with business goals.
• Oversee U.S. benefits and compensation programs, ensuring accurate delivery of total rewards and regulatory compliance.
• Lead annual open enrollment and manage recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts.
• Provide guidance on salary structures, incentive plans, and pay policies; support compensation planning.

Skills

People leadership

Employee relations

Performance management

HR strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP certification

PHR / SPHR certification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Benefits administration platforms

Excel

Job description

Who we are

At Sierra Forest Products, we’re more than a leading North American distributor of specialty wood products—we’re a team committed to professionalism, care, and creating spaces that enhance lives and the health of the planet. Founded on the principles of integrity and belonging, we’ve built an organization where your contributions truly matter.

Position: Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Salt Lake City

Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000

Employment Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Vacancy: This posting is for an existing, currently open position.

Deliver the Difference with us

The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for supporting core Human Resources functions that drive team member engagement, retention, compliance, and organizational growth. This role partners with senior HR leaders and business leaders to implement HR initiatives and people strategies that align workforce needs with business objectives.

The HR Business Partner supports all aspects of the team member lifecycle, including onboarding, development planning, recognition, team member relations, performance management, learning and development, compliance, workforce planning, and HR operations.

The ideal candidate will balance a strategic mindset with hands‑on execution to create a positive team member experience, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure alignment between HR practices and business objectives.

Additionally, this role supports the ongoing administration and execution of employee benefits programs, leave management processes, wellness initiatives, and select compensation and total rewards activities, while serving as a resource to team members and leaders regarding HR programs and policies.

Your Role & Impact

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and team members on team member relations, performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational effectiveness.
• Support the ongoing execution and administration of U.S. benefits and select compensation programs, ensuring accurate delivery of total rewards initiatives and compliance with applicable regulations
• Oversee allU.S.team memberbenefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), retirement plans,team memberassistanceprograms (EAP), wellness initiatives, and voluntary benefits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact forU.S.team memberbenefits administration and provide guidance toteam membersregardingplan options, eligibility, enrollment, and claim-related inquiries.
• Supportrelationships with insurance carriers, brokers, consultants, retirement plan providers, and third-party administrators to ensure high-quality service and cost-effective plan offerings.
• Lead annual open enrollment activities, including planning,team membercommunications, educational sessions, system setup, and enrollment administration.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts to attract and retain top talent.
• Provide guidance and support to leaders and employees on salary structures, compensation programs, incentive plans, and pay policies, while assisting with the consistent application of compensation practices across the organization.
• Support annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases, promotions, market adjustments, and incentive payouts.
• Develop and implementteam memberwellness, recognition, and rewards programs that supportteam memberengagement, retention, and overall wel‑being.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing compensation andteam memberbenefit programs, including ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and wage and hour regulations.
• Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA, parental leave, military leave, disability programs, and workplace accommodations.
• Coordinatebenefitsaudits, retirement plan compliance activities, annual testing, and required reporting obligations.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, HR policies, and regulatory requirements whilemaintainingaccurateHR records and systems.
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to provide strategic recommendations and support organizationalobjectives.

What Makes You Stand Out

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Finance, ora relatedfieldrequired.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, Certified Compensation Professional (CCP),Certified Benefits Professional (CBP),or CertifiedEmployeeBenefits Specialist (CEBS) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of5years of progressive Human Resources experience, including responsibility for compensation, benefits,team memberrelations, and HR operations.
• Experience managingteam memberbenefits programs, vendor relationships, open enrollment processes, and leave administration.
• Proven experience supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, andteam memberdevelopment initiatives.
• Experience interpreting and applying employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience administering compensation programs, salary structures, and incentive plans.
• Experience utilizing HR metrics, workforce analytics, and data-driven decision-making to support organizational goals.

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, pay equity practices, and total rewards programs.
• Strong understanding ofteam memberbenefits administration, retirement plans, wellness programs, and leave management.
• Proficiencywith Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), payroll systems, and benefits administration platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with HR reporting, workforce analytics, and dashboard development.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Experience managing HR budgets, vendor contracts, andbenefits-relatedfinancial analysis.
• Ability to develop, implement, andmaintainHR policies, procedures, and compliance programs.

Why Join Sierra Forest Products?

• People First Culture: We stand proudly for our people, supporting success through career advancement, continuous learning, and a collaborative environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive family benefits, tuition reimbursement, and programs designed to support not only you but your family as well.
• Growth & Innovation: Join a company that champions innovation and sustainability—where your ideas drive progress and help shape the future.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Our mission is simple: Deliver the Difference to our customers when they need it, by people who know and care. Every role here makes a real impact on our customers and local communities.

AI Usage & Disclosure: This recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.