Regional HR Manager

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

Job Details: Job Location: 96 North Canton OH CSC - North Canton, OH 44720, Position Type: Human Resources, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: Salary, Job Category: M2, The Regional Human Resources Manager is a strategic, field based HR Business Partner who works closely with operations leadership to enhance organizational effectiveness, strengthen leadership capability, and mitigate people related risks. This role provides proactive, solutions oriented guidance that supports business performance across multiple locations.

Serving as a trusted advisor, the Regional HR Manager builds strong relationships at all levels and influences decisions through sound judgment, deep knowledge of employment practices, and an understanding of operational realities. The role requires regular field engagement to assess organizational health, anticipate issues, and help leaders create a consistent, high performance culture.

• 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 consistent, compliant solutions.
• Maintain strong field presence to understand workforce dynamics, identify trends, and proactively 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
• Maintain accurate documentation and safeguard confidentiality in all HR matters.
• Travel regularly (up to 50%) to support the needs of a multisite, field based workforce.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7 to10 years progressive HR experience, including significant employee relations leadership.
• Proven HRBP experience supporting field based or multi site operations; transportation or logistics preferred.
• Strong judgment, communication skills, and ability to influence leaders at all levels.
• Knowledge of employment law; familiarity with DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment; regular travel required.
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM CP/SHRM SCP) preferred.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:

1. 1.Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
2. 2.Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
3. 3.Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.

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