Regional Human Resources Business Partner

Ashley Furniture Industries; Romeoville (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Profit sharing

Paid vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries, the world's largest furniture manufacturer, seeks a Regional HRBP to partner with operations leadership across multiple locations in an assigned region. This high-impact role moves beyond administrative HR to becoming a trusted advisor driving performance and engagement.

You will align HR strategies with business goals, develop workforce plans, and lead organizational design and change initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, multi-location or regional HRBP experience.
• Proven ability to partner strategically with operations leaders and influence at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to operations leadership across multiple locations.
• Align HR strategies with business objectives to drive performance, engagement, and workforce stability.
• Develop and execute workforce plans and organizational strategies across locations.
• Leverage HR metrics and business insights to identify trends and inform solutions.
• Balance employee advocacy with business needs while maintaining relationships at all levels.
• Provide guidance on talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.

Skills

HR partnership

Talent management

Employee relations

Performance management

Workforce planning

Change management

HR metrics

Employment law

Influence

Regional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Workday

ADP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Regional Human Resources Business Partner

Multi-Location Regional Role | Travel Required | Full-Time | Exempt

Partner with Operations Leaders to Drive Business Performance and Build Winning Teams

Ashley Furniture Industries, the world's largest furniture manufacturer, is seeking a Regional Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a strategic partner to operations leadership and employees across multiple locations within an assigned region.

This is a high-impact role for an experienced HR professional who wants to move beyond administrative HR and become a trusted strategic advisor to operations leaders, driving business performance, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness across a dynamic, multi-location operation.

About the Role

As a Regional HRBP, you'll work closely with regional and site leadership teams to align HR strategies with business objectives, develop and execute workforce plans, enhance organizational capability, and ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices across all locations.

You'll be a strategic consultant and trusted advisor to operations leaders, leveraging HR metrics and business insights to identify trends, assess organizational needs, and implement solutions that support operational excellence. This role requires extensive collaboration across locations and frequent travel throughout your assigned region.

What You'll Do

Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to operations leadership across multiple locations


• Align HR strategies with business objectives to drive performance, engagement, and workforce stability


• Partner with regional and site leadership teams to develop and execute workforce plans and organizational strategies


• Leverage HR metrics and business insights to identify trends, assess organizational needs, and recommend solutions


• Balance employee advocacy with business needs while maintaining strong relationships at all levels

Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness

• Provide guidance on talent management, succession planning, and leadership development


• Support organizational design, restructuring, and change management initiatives


• Partner with leaders to enhance organizational capability and build high-performing teams


• Drive performance management processes and coach leaders on effective performance conversations


• Support workforce planning to ensure the right talent is in the right roles at the right time

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Improve employee relations by partnering with leaders to address concerns, resolve conflicts, and build positive work environments


• Drive employee engagement initiatives and support regional retention strategies


• Conduct investigations and provide guidance on complex employee relations matters


• Coach leaders on effective communication, team development, and employee engagement strategies

Compliance & Policy Execution

• Ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices across all regional locations


• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws


• Provide guidance and training to leaders on HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements


• Partner with Corporate HR and Legal on policy interpretation and risk mitigation

HR Process Excellence

• Ensure consistent execution of HR processes across the region (performance management, talent reviews, compensation planning, etc.)


• Identify opportunities to improve HR service delivery and operational efficiency


• Support implementation of HR programs, initiatives, and system enhancements


• Maintain accurate HR data and reporting for the region

Collaboration & Regional Travel

• Build strong relationships across multiple locations and all levels of the organization


• Frequent travel throughout the assigned region to support sites, meet with leaders, and engage with employees


• Collaborate with Corporate HR, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, and other HR functions

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field


• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, including multi-location or regional HRBP experience


• Proven ability to partner strategically with operations leaders and influence at all levels


• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws


• Experience with employee relations, performance management, talent management, and workforce planning


• Ability to analyze HR metrics and business data to inform decisions and drive action


• Strong business acumen and ability to understand operational priorities and challenges


• Excellent communication, consulting, and relationship-building skills


• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50–75%) throughout assigned region


• Proficiency with HRIS systems (UKG, Workday, ADP, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification


• Experience in manufacturing, retail, distribution, or multi-site operations environments


• Experience supporting high-volume, hourly workforces


• Experience with organizational design, restructuring, or change management


• Experience with M&A integration or site openings/closures

Key Skills:

• Strategic HR partnership and business consulting


• Talent management, succession planning, and leadership development


• Employee relations and conflict resolution


• Performance management and coaching


• Workforce planning and organizational design


• Change management and communication


• Data analysis and HR metrics


• Employment law and compliance


• Influence without authority


• Regional/multi-location coordination

Why Join Ashley?

• Be a strategic partner, not just an HR administrator—drive real business impact


• Work for a stable, family-owned company that’s #1 in the furniture industry


• Regional scope—own HR strategy across multiple locations and build strong partnerships


• Collaborative culture that values integrity, continuous improvement, and results


• Professional development opportunities and career growth


• Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation


• Make a difference—improve employee engagement, build leadership capability, and drive organizational effectiveness

Compensation: $75k-$85k; Profit sharing is available to eligible employees; this discretionary program is dependent on the profitability of the company.

• 401(k) with Profit Sharing


• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday Off


• Generous Employee Discount on Furniture


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Life Insurance


• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)


• Company Vehicle or Mileage Reimbursement (depending on region)

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity – Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment


• Dirty Fingernail – Takes accountability, digs into details, and solves problems hands-on


• Continuous Improvement – Seeks better ways to improve processes and support the business


• Growth & Results Focus – Drives measurable outcomes aligned to business priorities


• Culture of Leadership – Leads through influence, reliability, and example

Schedule & Travel

Schedule: Full-time, exempt; flexible hours to support regional business needs

Travel: Frequent regional travel required (20%) to support multiple locations, meet with leaders, and engage with employees

Ready to partner with operations leaders and drive business results across a regional operation?

Ashley Furniture Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.