Human Resources Generalist

CareerBeacon; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corporation in Little Canada, MN is seeking an in-office Human Resources Generalist to support leadership in implementing HR programs and policies across the operating company. The role emphasizes equitable personnel development and consistent treatment of staff.

You will work with OpCo leaders on staffing, performance management, compensation guidance, and HR policy administration, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws while fostering a productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• Minimum 2–5 years of HR experience, supervisory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws.
• Investigate issues such as working conditions and disciplinary actions.
• Provide guidance to department officials for problem resolution.
• Oversee performance management and coaching across OpCo.
• Collaborate with OpCo leaders to maintain staffing plans.
• Coordinate recruiting to hire diverse, capable staff and manage turnover.

Skills

HR laws

Recruiting

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR or SPHR certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

This is an in-office position based out of our office in Little Canada, MN.

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for working with leadership to successfully execute local, regional, and corporate human resources programs, initiatives, and policies to maintain equitable and consistent development and treatment of personnel at the Operating Company (OpCo).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that the company complies with all State and Federal regulatory agencies and employment laws
• Investigate problems, such as working conditions, disciplinary actions, and associate and applicant appeals
• Provide guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to department officials and individuals
• Oversee the performance management process, working with OpCo leaders on their associate reviews and coaching, providing training and consultation as necessary
• Work with OpCo leaders to create and maintain workforce staffing plans
• Coordinate recruiting efforts to ensure that competent, diverse, and skilled associates are hired, and workload levels are appropriate and maintained, and work to maximize turnover
• Formulate and recommend program goals and objectives in all areas of employee relations
• Develop, implement, and administer the management-labor relations area of the Human Resources program to improve labor relations
• Develop and/or oversee compensation policies, procedures, and programs
• Provide guidance on compensation strategy planning and administration
• Communicate compensation policies, procedures, and programs to associates
• Provide guidance and recommendations for HR (human resources) practices and problem resolutions
• Provide direction to all HR (human resources) functions and policies

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with major or emphasis in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field
• Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources, three years in a supervisory position preferred, or an equivalent combination of related training and experience

Professional Skills

• Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Recruiting and staffing
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various HRIS
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.