Hybrid HR Leader: Strategy, Talent & Change

W. W. Grainger

Lake Forest (IL)

Hybrid

USD 104,000 - 173,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

PTO 18 days

Company 401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Financial counseling

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Grainger in Lake Forest, IL is seeking a Manager, Regional Human Resources to partner with VPs and leadership teams across field-based sales and onsite service organizations. You will align business and people strategies, lead performance management, succession planning, workforce planning, and develop leadership bench strength while fostering an inclusive, compliant work environment.

This role emphasizes change management, coaching, and collaboration with Centers of Excellence to drive growth

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years in a related field.
Ability to link business strategies with people strategies.
Experience consulting with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

Aligns business objectives with people strategies to ensure growth and an inclusive culture.
Consults with senior leaders to design human capital strategies.
Executes cyclical HR processes with precision for consistency and accountability.
Drives succession planning for senior roles and leadership readiness.
Communicates HR strategies clearly across all levels to foster alignment.
Identifies process improvements with COEs to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Partners with Employee Relations to uphold fair, compliant practices.
Coaches leaders through change management and prioritizes development.