Human Resources Manager

The Guitar Center Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading musical instruments retailer is seeking a Human Resources Manager to foster a high-performance culture and lead talent acquisition and professional development initiatives. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of HR experience, emphasizing collaboration and analytic skills. The HR Manager will ensure that HR strategies align with company goals, enhance employee engagement, and implement effective retention strategies. Join to be part of a team committed to making music accessible to everyone.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of equivalent experience in HR.
• 4 years of relevant HR experience is preferred.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition for a strategic approach to hiring.
• Develop strategies to enhance and sustain company culture.
• Design performance management programs for the Call Center.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

4 years of relevant HR work experience

1 year generalist role experience

Job description

Join to apply for the Human Resources Manager role at The Guitar Center Company

The Human Resources Manager is a key strategic partner in the organization, responsible for building and maintaining a positive and high-performance culture. This individual will lead initiatives related to talent acquisition, retention, performance management, and professional development. This role requires a general understanding or affinity for the unique dynamics of the musical instrument industry, coupled with strong HR expertise for the Sales Center.

The HR Manager oversees all aspects of the human resources function within the Sales and Contact Center, ensuring the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with the company’s goals and objectives. They lead HR initiatives, manage the HR team, and collaborate with senior management to support the organization’s overall mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Management:

• Lead the talent acquisition process, ensuring a strategic approach to hiring top-tier talent.
• Develop and maintain effective recruitment and onboarding processes to attract and retain skilled sales professionals.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and implement innovative sourcing strategies to build a diverse and talented workforce.
• Shape a culture that facilitates and supports Guitar Center’s goals and initiatives, by supporting and coaching managers in their implementation of core people processes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external recruitment partners to include local educational institutions and technical schools.
• Pro-actively challenge the established organizational structure to drive excellent performance.

Culture and Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance and sustain a positive company culture.
• Foster employee engagement through innovative programs, events, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company values and goals.
• Develop a winning culture that drives engagement, transparent communication, and a sense of community across the workforce.
• Instill a customer-centric mindset across the workforce ensuring every interaction reflects our commitment to exceptional service and delivering value to customers.

Performance Management

• Lead the design and implementation of performance management programs for the Call Center to drive employee productivity and development.
• Collaborate with Call Center business leaders to establish clear performance metrics and provide guidance to managers on setting expectations and conducting performance evaluations.
• Identify opportunities for employee skill development and training programs to enhance overall team performance.

Retention Strategies:

• Develop and implement strategies to improve employee retention, including targeted recognition programs and career development initiatives.
• Conduct regular assessments to identify factors impacting retention and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Conduct regular assessments of employee satisfaction and address areas for improvement.
• Proactively address employee concerns and work towards creating a positive and supportive work environment

Professional Development:

• Facilitate the creation of individualized development plans for employees, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Encourage a culture of continuous learning and growth through training opportunities, mentorship programs, and career path development.
• Implement strategies to identify and nurture high-potential employees within the organization.

Team Building:

• Collaborate with other department heads to ensure a cohesive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or 4 years of equivalent work experience) in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 4 years of relevant work experience within Human Resources (in addition to degree or years of previous experience), preferably with a background in recruiting/staffing, payroll processing, HRIS, or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a generalist role required, preferably in a distribution/manufacturing facility.
• Skilled proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Novice knowledge of employment and benefit laws and regulations.
• Analytical Skills: Able to explore information, data, and reports in order to extract meaningful insights, which can be used to better understand and improve business performance.
• Collaboration: Able to develop cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Able to build relationships with others by offering help and providing suggestions for improvement

About Guitar Center

Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to craft lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music.

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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Human Resources; Industries: Manufacturing