Manager, HR Business Partner

QXO; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

QXO is seeking a Regional Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to regional leadership, developing and implementing HR strategies that support growth, workforce effectiveness, and employee engagement across multiple field locations. The role covers talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and organizational change in a non-union environment.

In close partnership with regional leaders and Directors of Operations, this position

Qualifications

• 8+ years of full-scope HR management experience.
• Fortune 500 experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or HR or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and change-management experience.
• Strong analytical and coaching skills; ability to work in a matrixed environment.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-changing, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic HR advisor to regional and operational leadership across multiple field locations.
• Lead talent acquisition, workforce planning, onboarding, and employee relations initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership on succession planning and development initiatives.
• Analyze HR metrics to improve engagement and performance; support annual HR processes.
• Lead or support organizational change management and HR initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and safety programs.

Skills

HR management

Leadership

Employee relations

Change management

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Coaching

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Finance or HR

Tools

Excel

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

Position Summary

QXO is searching for a Regional Human Resources Business Partner that will serve as a strategic advisor to regional and operational leadership, developing and implementing HR strategies that support business growth, workforce effectiveness, and employee engagement across multiple field locations. This role oversees HR operations for exempt and non-exempt employees in a non-union environment, providing expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, succession planning, compensation, compliance, retention, and organizational change. In close partnership with Regional Vice Presidents, Directors of Operations, Safety leaders, and HR Centers of Excellence, this position delivers consistent, practical HR solutions that strengthen organizational performance and the employee experience.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with region leaders to understand business objectives and deliver HR strategies that support organizational growth.
• Support talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with leadership on succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to support decision-making and improve employee engagement and high employee opinion survey results.
• Lead or support organizational change management initiatives.
• Managing Field Human Resources Operations for exempt and non-exempt teams in a non-union environment
• Investigate employee issues and conflicts
• Ensure organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Actively manage organizational talent, workforce planning processes, and succession planning
• Participate in organization-wide HR initiatives including leadership and employer of choice effort.
• Demonstrated ability to lead Engagement and Retention initiatives
• Effectively manage communication plans and HR strategy for annual HR processes (e.g. Performance Management, Salary Planning, Talent Reviews)
• Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation, employee and labor relations guidance, and day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Coordinate with Center of Excellence team managing leave of absence processes and transitional duty process.
• Facilitate resolution of payroll and timekeeping administration issues
• Provide guidance and compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers
• Partner with Regional Safety Managers to ensure the effectiveness of company safety programs and initiatives
• Partner with Regional Vice President's and Director of Operations implementing HR strategies
• Participates in Region meetings, Safety meetings, Field HR meetings and other meetings as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• A minimum of 8 years of full-scope human resources management experience is required, with related industry experience preferred
• Prior work experience with a Fortune 500 company that is well known for HR practices, preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or Human Resources or related field preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills and process orientation
• Strong business acumen and analytical mindset with the ability to lead, implement, and facilitate change.
• Strong employee relations background required, with union avoidance experience a plus
• Experience working in changing environments, managing complexity, and driving change
• Strong influencing and coaching skills. Proven experience in developing and coaching a team that you support
• Ability to be effective in a highly matrixed environment
• Experience communicating with and influencing all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated successful experience in working in a demanding, high-performance work environment and team-oriented culture
• Must be able to think and act strategically, but also be willing to “roll-up sleeves" for all HR functions
• HR Certification - SHRM or HRCI preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, V lookup, etc.)
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast changing, high growth environment