Manager, HR Business Partner

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Keene (NH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Benefits from day 1

401k matching

PTO and Holidays

Career progression

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness program

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking a Manager, HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR support across locations. You will partner with operations leaders to align people strategies with business goals and coach leaders on talent development.

The role drives workforce planning, performance management, salary reviews, and DEI initiatives with COEs, ensuring HR compliance and strong internal customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - Human Resources Management or related field (preferred)
• SHRM-CP or equivalent certification is a plus
• Experience supporting hourly employee client groups
• Experience in call center, distribution center, or manufacturing env.
• Hourly travel up to 50% to multiple facilities as needed

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and implement HR programs that support business objectives and priorities.
• Partner with Facility Operations leaders and act as trusted advisor on people and capability implications of strategy.
• Coach leaders on talent development and performance management.
• Drive HR initiatives including talent management, training, succession planning, workforce planning, and salary reviews.
• Work with the business to develop workforce strategies aligned with HR objectives.
• Identify trends and collaborate with HR COEs to implement solutions and policies.
• Lead talent reviews and develop Individual Development Plans with leadership and COEs.
• Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at the local level.

Skills

HR laws knowledge

Credibility with leaders

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Manager, HR Business Partner, you are responsible for providing strategic support to the business. This position is responsible for developing and executing a human resources strategy that is aligned with the business and drives results for the functions and/or locations they support. The role serves as a coach and advisor to multiple functional and/or location leaders and their teams to deliver results for the business in line with company expectations. The Manager, HR Business Partner engages resources across the broader HR organization to enable the execution of this strategy, including leveraging the functional expertise and resources of the Centers of Expertise (COEs) and HR Shared Services teams.

Job Description

• Identifying, developing, and implementing HR programs that support business objectives and key performance priorities.
• Partnering with Facility Operations leaders and serving as a trusted advisor on people, organizational, and capability implications of business strategy.
• Coaching and advising leaders on talent development and performance management.
• Driving key HR initiatives, including talent management, training, succession planning, workforce planning, performance management, and salary reviews.
• Working strategically with the business to develop and implement focused workforce strategies that align with business and HR objectives.
• Identifying key business trends and collaborating with cross-functional HR resources to develop solutions, programs, and policies that support organizational goals.
• Playing a critical role in embedding a talent management mindset and executing a talent agenda aligned with critical business priorities.
• Driving the talent review process and partnering with business leadership and COEs to create Individual Development Plans and functional talent review action plans.
• Partnering with COEs to drive focus and awareness of organizational Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at the local level.

We’re searching for candidates with:

• Working knowledge of Human Resources laws and regulations.
• Ability to establish credibility and influence leaders.
• Strong internal and external customer service focus.
• Drive to deliver outstanding results across the organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across divisions, functions, and levels.
• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use data to inform insights and decision-making.
• Ability to identify and handle priority and/or sensitive issues with discretion while maintaining confidentiality.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in Human Resources in relevant roles.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting hourly employee client groups.
• Preferred experience in a call center, distribution center, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including travel to multiple facilities as needed.
• Experience with labor unions is preferred.

Environment

• Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
• Warehouse: Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)
• Warehouse: Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)
• Warehouse: Freezer (-20F to 0F)

We offer:

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more)
• Company matched 401k
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Every person matters.

The Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - Human Resources Management, SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) - Society for Human Resource Management
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisee s under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.