Senior HR Leader — Regional People & Culture Partner

UNFI; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UNFI is seeking a Senior HR Manager who partners with operational leadership to lead HR strategy across facilities, directing Talent Development, Workforce Planning, and Associate Relations. You will manage a team of HR professionals, drive performance, and align HR programs with company goals, ensuring effective execution of HR initiatives regionally and nationally.

The role emphasizes coaching leaders, building relationships, and delivering HR solutions that support business growth, culture,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• PHR/SPHR/CHRL/CPHR Certification preferred.
• 5-7 years of HR experience, or related field.
• Knowledge of HR techniques in talent, engagement, and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of federal, state/province, and local employment laws.
• Knowledge of talent acquisition techniques, including recruitment, interviewing skills, and selection.
• Understanding of compensation and benefit policies and programs, employee relations practices.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Supervisory skills

Change management

Strategic thinking

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Developing talent

Strategic Thinking/Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

PHR/SPHR/CHRL/CPHR Certification preferred

Job description

UNFI is seeking a Senior HR Manager who partners with operational leadership to lead HR strategy across facilities, directing Talent Development, Workforce Planning, and Associate Relations. You will manage a team of HR professionals, drive performance, and align HR programs with company goals, ensuring effective execution of HR initiatives regionally and nationally.

The role emphasizes coaching leaders, building relationships, and delivering HR solutions that support business growth, culture,