Human Resources Business Partner, St. Paul

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company in Saint Paul, Minnesota is seeking an HR Business Partner to support the Commercial organization and corporate functions. You will provide strategic insight and hands-on HR leadership across the full lifecycle, driving performance, engagement, and leadership development.

Collaborate with senior leaders to design scalable people strategies, manage employee relations, and implement talent management and change initiatives in a hybrid on-site role (3 days/week).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years as an HR Business Partner or strategic HR leader supporting corporate functions.
• Strong ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR support to the Commercial organization and corporate functions.
• Monitor employee pulse, engagement, and workplace culture; identify performance issues and implement performance management processes.
• Partner with senior leadership to strengthen organizational effectiveness, build leadership capability, and design scalable people strategies.

Skills

Strategic HR

Employee relations

Talent management

Leadership influencing

HR analytics

Communication

Change management

MS Office / HRIS (Workday preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family‑owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world’s top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry! Are you an enthusiastic and methodical self-starter who aspires to join a progressive Human Resources (HR) team? We're in search of a dynamic and driven HR Business Partner to infuse energy into our leaders and workforce, aimed at fostering our business's growth and triumph. In this capacity, you will furnish a blend of strategic insight and hands‑on involvement across the entire HR lifecycle, catering to both business leaders and employees. Your pivotal role will involve executing our HR strategies, extending exceptional internal support, and propelling functional HR excellence and process refinement. This is a hybrid position, on‑site 3 days a week.

Job Description

Your primary focus will be aimed at propelling business success by providing unwavering support to our Commercial organization. Serving as the initial point of contact, you'll embrace a hands‑on approach to monitoring the employee "pulse," ensuring a heightened level of engagement, and cultivating a positive workplace atmosphere. Your role will encompass aiding leaders in identifying employee performance matters, introducing and implementing effective performance management processes, and facilitating corrective action procedures, including managing write‑ups and challenging conversations. This role partners closely with senior leadership to strengthen organizational effectiveness, build leadership capability, and design scalable people strategies that support business growth within our Corporate functions.. The ideal candidate combines strong business acumen with a passion for developing talent, driving organizational transformation, and enhancing employee performance and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals and objectives.
• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and expertise on employee relations matters, addressing conflicts, performance issues, and facilitating positive work environments.
• Talent Management: Support talent acquisition, employee development, succession planning, and retention initiatives.
• Performance Management: Implement and oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development plans.
• Lead Change and Influence Outcomes: Partner with senior leadership to design and execute HR strategies that enable organizational transformation, growth, and efficiency.
• Leadership Development: Coach and challenge leaders to build capability, drive accountability, and develop high‑performing teams.
• Organizational Development: Identify opportunities for organizational growth and effectiveness, driving initiatives related to culture, change management, and employee engagement.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to state and federal employment laws, regulations, and policies in all HR practices.
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize HR analytics to gather insights, make informed decisions, and contribute to HR strategy enhancement.
• Employee Development: Collaborate with managers to design and implement training programs that enhance skills and knowledge across the workforce.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate and resolve workplace disputes, fostering positive working relationships and maintaining a harmonious work environment.
• HR Process Improvement: Continuously assess and refine HR processes, ensuring efficiency and alignment with best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years as an HR Business Partner or strategic HR leader supporting corporate functions.
• Influence & Leadership: Proven ability to build trust, influence senior leaders, and drive organizational change across multiple business functions.
• HR Expertise: In-depth understanding of employment law, employee relations, talent/succession planning, and performance management.
• Analytical Acumen: Skilled at using HR data to identify trends, solve problems, and inform decisions.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Agility & Initiative: Thrives in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities with urgency and accountability.
• Systems & Tools: Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS systems (Workday experience preferred).

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Worker Sub-Type: Regular Time Type: Full time

Johnson Brothers is a third-generation, family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor founded in 1953 by Lynn Johnson in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Guided by its founding values of work ethic, teamwork, excellence, innovation, passion, and integrity, the company partners with top-tier suppliers to deliver a world-class portfolio and exceptional service to customers across 25 states. The company was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025). Learn more at johnsonbrothers.com | LinkedIn | Instagram.