Human Resources Manager

Cota Coaching and Consulting; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cota Coaching and Consulting in Sioux Falls is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead recruiting, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, performance management and leadership development across 18 store locations. This is a hands-on role with regular travel to stores, including overnight trips.

You will partner with store managers and executives to strengthen the employee experience, develop HR policies, monitor metrics, ensure compliance, and coach leaders to grow talent.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing employee relations and performance management.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong coaching and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR technology systems.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between store locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting for 18 store locations and corporate roles.
• Oversee employee relations, coaching, performance management and corrective action.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Administer benefits, leave programs, and annual open enrollment.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new full-time employees.
• Develop leadership training and manager development initiatives.
• Conduct HR audits and suggest process improvements.
• Support workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and verifications.
• Monitor workforce trends, turnover, and recruiting metrics.

Skills

HR experience 5+ yrs

Employment law knowledge

Employee relations

Performance management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Coaching & relationships

MS Office / HR systems

Driver's license travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field

HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, SPHR)

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS / HR technology systems

Job description

Location: Sioux Falls

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This position is based in the corporate office with regular travel to all 18 store locations, including occasional overnight travel.

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually (DOE)

About the Company

We are a growing grocery retailer with 18 locations committed to serving our communities and taking care of our employees. Our leadership team values collaboration, open communication, and practical solutions that help our people and business succeed. We believe our stores are like a second family, and we're looking for an HR professional who shares that people‑first mindset.

The Role

The Human Resources Manager serves as the organization's primary HR leader, partnering with store managers and executive leadership to support all aspects of Human Resources across our locations. This is a hands‑on role where you'll lead recruiting, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, performance management, and leadership development while helping strengthen the employee experience throughout the organization.

As a member of our EOS Leadership Team, you'll have the opportunity to influence decisions, build new HR initiatives, and create processes that support the continued growth of the company.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the primary Human Resources resource for employees and leaders across 18 store locations
• Lead full‑cycle recruiting for store and corporate positions
• Partner with managers on employee relations, coaching, performance management, and corrective action
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and annual open enrollment
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new full‑time employees
• Develop leadership training and manager development initiatives
• Conduct HR audits and recommend improvements to HR processes and compliance
• Support workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and employment verifications
• Monitor workforce trends, turnover, and recruiting metrics to support business decisions
• Travel regularly to store locations to build relationships and support leadership teams

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Experience managing employee relations and performance management
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Strong coaching and relationship‑building abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR technology systems
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between store locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Multi‑location or retail Human Resources experience
• Experience building HR programs, training initiatives, or organizational development strategies
• Professional HR certification (SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR)

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships across a growing organization while making a direct impact on its people and culture. You’ll have a seat at the leadership table, the autonomy to improve HR programs and processes, and the opportunity to coach leaders, develop talent, and help shape the future of the organization. If you’re looking for a role where your ideas are valued and your work makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.