Regional HRBP: Field-Based Leadership & Compliance

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG); Canton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) in Canton, OH is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic HR Business Partner for field operations. This role partners with operations leadership to enhance organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and mitigate people-related risks.

The role involves hands-on advising, regular field engagement across locations, driving a consistent, high-performance culture, and delivering leadership training.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience with employee relations leadership.
• Proven HRBP experience supporting field-based or multi-site operations.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations leaders to align people strategies with business goals.
• Build trust-based relationships and act as 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.

Skills

HRBP experience

Leadership influence

Strong communication

Field based operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Job description

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) in Canton, OH is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic HR Business Partner for field operations. This role partners with operations leadership to enhance organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and mitigate people-related risks.

The role involves hands-on advising, regular field engagement across locations, driving a consistent, high-performance culture, and delivering leadership training.