Regional HR Leader: Strategy & Multisite Impact (Travel 50%)

The Kenan Advantage Group; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenan Advantage Group is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic HR Business Partner, closely aligning with operations leadership across multiple locations. The role focuses on improving organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and mitigating people-related risks.

As a trusted advisor, you will build relationships with leaders at all levels, assess organizational health, and help drive a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7 to 10 years progressive HR experience, including significant employee relations leadership.
• HRBP experience supporting field-based or multi-site operations; transportation or logistics preferred.
• Knowledge of employment law; familiarity with DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Strong judgment, communication skills, and ability to influence leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations leaders to align people strategies with business goals and improve organizational performance.
• Build trust-based relationships and serve as the primary HR advisor for leaders and employees across assigned locations.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, applying policy and employment law to guide leaders toward compliant solutions.
• Maintain strong field presence to understand workforce dynamics, identify trends, and address risks or opportunities.
• Coach and develop managers to strengthen leadership capability, accountability, and effective people practices.
• Deliver targeted training on leadership, employee relations, and HR fundamentals.
• Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies and standards across all locations.
• Partner with Legal, Safety, and HR teams to address high-risk issues and support aligned decision making.

Skills

People leadership

Employee relations

Communication

Influencing leaders

Policy knowledge

Employment law

Regulatory knowledge (DOT/FMCSA)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Job description

The Kenan Advantage Group is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic HR Business Partner, closely aligning with operations leadership across multiple locations. The role focuses on improving organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and mitigating people-related risks.

As a trusted advisor, you will build relationships with leaders at all levels, assess organizational health, and help drive a high-performance culture.