Manager, Human Resources (Macedonia, OH DC)

Grainger; Macedonia (OH); On-site; USD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

PTO & holidays

401(k) employer match

Employee discounts & tuition support

Parental leave

Job summary

Grainger is seeking a Manager, Regional Human Resources to align business and people strategies, design and implement human capital plans, and drive engagement across a broad organization. You will oversee cyclical HR processes, succession planning, and employee relations to ensure talent readiness for growth and competitive advantage.

The role requires 5+ years in the field and a strong consulting background to connect strategic objectives with people initiatives, fostering a high-performance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in related field required.
• Consulting skills with the ability to link business strategies with people strategies.
• Experience promoting diversity, equality and inclusion.
• Ability to act as a liaison with leadership and the ability to guide complex change.

Responsibilities

• Aligns business objectives with people strategies by integrating HR planning and change management practices to ensure the organization achieves sustainable growth and maintains a high-performing, inclusive culture.
• Consults with senior leaders to design and implement human capital strategies that strengthen organizational capability and culture, ensuring talent is positioned to deliver on business priorities and long-term competitive advantage.
• Executes cyclical HR processes—such as performance management, compensation planning, and talent reviews—with precision to create a consistent, engaging experience that builds trust and drives accountability across the workforce.
• Drives succession planning for senior and critical roles by assessing talent pipelines and implementing development plans, ensuring leadership continuity and readiness for future business challenges.
• Communicates HR strategies and initiatives clearly and persuasively across all levels to foster alignment, improve engagement, and ensure employees understand how these efforts support organizational success.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and collaborates with Centers of Excellence and Shared Services to implement innovative, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, compliance, and overall business performance.
• Partners with Employee Relations to apply fair, consistent, and compliant practices in handling employee matters, mitigating risk and reinforcing a positive, productive workplace culture.
• Coaches leaders through structured change management steps and ensures learning and development programs are prioritized, enabling individuals and teams to adapt effectively and accelerate growth in a dynamic business environment.

Skills

Consulting skills

Diversity & inclusion

Leadership liaison

Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Work Location Type: Onsite

Req Number 336276

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Workingby serving more than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $95,900.00 - $159,800.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Position Details

The Manager, Regional Human Resources aligns business and people strategies to create a productive environment that delivers strategic HR planning and effective change management. The role consults with partners to design and implement human capital strategies, ensuring talent is positioned for competitive advantage while driving engagement through clear communication of HR plans. The manager oversees execution of cyclical HR processes, succession planning for critical roles, and fosters a positive culture by partnering on employee relations and soliciting feedback to improve organizational health. The role also identifies process improvement opportunities, coaches leaders through change, and ensures learning and growth initiatives support individual and team development.

You Will

• Aligns business objectives with people strategies by integrating HR planning and change management practices to ensure the organization achieves sustainable growth and maintains a high-performing, inclusive culture.
• Consults with senior leaders to design and implement human capital strategies that strengthen organizational capability and culture, ensuring talent is positioned to deliver on business priorities and long-term competitive advantage.
• Executes cyclical HR processes-such as performance management, compensation planning, and talent reviews-with precision to create a consistent, engaging experience that builds trust and drives accountability across the workforce.
• Drives succession planning for senior and critical roles by assessing talent pipelines and implementing development plans, ensuring leadership continuity and readiness for future business challenges.
• Communicates HR strategies and initiatives clearly and persuasively across all levels to foster alignment, improve engagement, and ensure employees understand how these efforts support organizational success.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and collaborates with Centers of Excellence and Shared Services to implement innovative, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, compliance, and overall business performance.
• Partners with Employee Relations to apply fair, consistent, and compliant practices in handling employee matters, mitigating risk and reinforcing a positive, productive workplace culture.
• Coaches leaders through structured change management steps and ensures learning and development programs are prioritized, enabling individuals and teams to adapt effectively and accelerate growth in a dynamic business environment.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years in related field required
• Consulting skills with the ability to link business strategies with people strategies.
• Experience promoting diversity, equality and inclusion.
• Ability to act as a liaison with leadership and the ability to guide complex change.

Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

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Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship