Human Resources Manager

Core-Mark International; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health & wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Core-Mark International seeks an on-site HR Manager to support two North Carolina facilities (Knightdale and Sanford). You will lead HR Generalists, handle employee relations, payroll, and compliance, while partnering with operations leadership to align people strategies with business goals.

You will drive engagement, ensure timely payroll, and coach leaders on performance and development in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and employee relations.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships and influence leaders at all levels.
• Experience conducting investigations, resolving workplace issues, and coaching leaders through performance and employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to understand business needs and develop people strategies that support operational goals and workforce performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Generalists supporting two locations (Knightdale and Sanford).
• Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, issue resolution, documentation, and corrective action recommendations.
• Coach and advise leaders on performance management, talent development, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Oversee payroll processes to ensure timely bi-weekly payroll administration.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support workforce planning, recruiting strategies, and candidate selection.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement HR initiatives that support business objectives and growth.
• Interpret and communicate company policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation to support successful employee integration and retention.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive and high-performing workplace culture.
• Analyze workforce and HR metrics to identify trends and develop action plans.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

HR knowledge

Employee relations

Investigations

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Multisite coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR technology platforms

Job description

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

The Human Resources Manager supports our distribution operations in Knightdale and Sanford, NC, serving as a trusted advisor to local leadership, a hands‑on resource for employees, and the direct leader of HR Generalists at each location. This role is responsible for leading day‑to‑day HR activities, including employee relations, performance management, investigations, onboarding, training, leave administration, compensation, compliance, and workforce planning.

Working closely with operational leaders, the HR Manager helps solve workforce challenges, develop frontline leadership capability, and ensure a safe, productive, and engaged work environment. Success in this role requires strong HR knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to build relationships and influence outcomes in a fast‑paced distribution environment.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday with a requirement to work 100% on‑site. Occasionally early morning or late afternoon hours may be required.

Travel Required: To effectively support leaders and employees, this position requires a consistent on‑site presence across both the Knightdale and Sanford facilities, with time allocated roughly equally between the two locations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to understand business needs and develop people strategies that support operational goals and workforce performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Generalists supporting operations in Knightdale and Sanford.
• Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, issue resolution, documentation, and corrective action recommendations.
• Coach and advise leaders on performance management, talent development, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Oversee payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll administration.
• Partner with operational leaders and Talent Acquisition to support workforce planning, recruiting strategies, and candidate selection.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement HR initiatives that support business objectives and organizational growth.
• Interpret and communicate company policies, procedures, and employment practices to leaders and employees.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation activities to support successful employee integration and retention.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing workplace culture.
• Analyze workforce and HR metrics to identify trends, monitor progress, and develop action plans to improve results.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and employee relations.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships and influence leaders at all levels.
• Experience conducting investigations, resolving workplace issues, and coaching leaders through performance and employee relations matters.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced distribution or operations environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR technology platforms.
• High degree of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 3+ years of Human Resources management experience in distribution, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or other operational environments
• Ability to maintain an on‑site presence across two facilities, with time split approximately 50/50 between locations