Sr Human Resources Manager

S&S Activewear; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible team spirit

Growth opportunities

Exclusive apparel discounts

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee appreciation events

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

S&S Activewear is looking for a Sr HR Manager/Sr. HR Business Partner to lead HR initiatives at our Reading, PA distribution sites. You will partner with business leaders on Talent Management, Performance, Leadership Development, and Employee Engagement, guiding compensation and benefits strategies.

Require seven years of HR leadership, strong communication, and proficiency with HRIS (ADP/Workday). Onsite work in Reading, PA with standard hours and full-time exempt status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive HR experience, with leadership and multi-site management.
• Ability to work in warehouse environments with temperature variations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably ADP or Workday.
• HR professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR leadership and guidance in Talent Management, Performance, Leadership Development, Engagement, Change Management, and Benefits.
• Supervise, mentor, and direct Regional HRGs and HR Coordinators to build a high-performing HR team.
• Act as a change agent to drive transformation and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

HR policy

Employee relations

Change management

Microsoft Office

HR analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Social Sciences, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ADP

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WHY JOIN?

Be part of something special – a place where work feels like a community, not just a job. We’re a vibrant and innovative crew united by a shared passion for creativity, growth, and collaboration.

S&S is expanding, and we want to connect with dedicated individuals to join our team and create a best place to work. Our team is driven by innovation and partnership, where your ideas are heard and celebrated. We’re building an inclusive environment that values every voice and fosters a culture of mutual support and respect.

WE OFFER

• Incredible team spirit – At the heart of our success is a culture that cherishes teamwork. We thrive on collaboration and value feedback and innovative thinking.

• Opportunities for professional growth – Your contributions are integral to our growth. As we expand, so do your career opportunities to develop and advance.

• Exclusive apparel discounts – Ready to upgrade your wardrobe?! As part of S&S, you’ll enjoy special discounts on our trendy, high-quality apparel. Stay stylish and save big!

• Top-notch employee benefits – We prioritize the health and well-being of our team members with an extensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement planning options.

• Fun employee appreciation events – We love celebrating you! Regular events are our way of saying ‘thank you’ for your hard work and dedication. Prepare for some memorable moments of appreciation and fun.

• State-of-the-art equipment – Experience the best in technology and equipment. We provide cutting-edge resources to make your work life safe and efficient!

About the Role

The Sr HR Manager/Sr. HR Business Partner is responsible for providing HR leadership and guidance by working in partnership with business leaders at sites / branches or within functions.

This position, under guidance from senior HR leaders, is responsible for the successful implementation of strategic HR initiatives in Talent Management, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Change Management and Compensation and Benefits.

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Additional Human Resource duties such as retention strategies, legal compliance, payroll, communication, orientation and training as well as some administrative functions.

In some locations, additional duties outside of the Human Resource role may be required.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Monday-Friday (standard business hours), Full-Time- Exempt

$120,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually (based on experience)

Onsite: Reading, PA

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Partners with the business leaders to provide guidance including coaching, counseling, career development, and support the business initiatives that align with the Human Resource strategy.
• Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and strategic direction to Regional HRGs and HR Coordinators fostering a collaborative, high-performing HR team
• Acts as a change agent, working in partnership with business leaders to drive the transformation agenda- developing transition / change plans, leading communication, and engagement activities, ensuring managers are equipped to handle all people matters.
• Identify gaps in HR team capacity and capabilities; recommend and support staffing and structural solutions to meet organizational growth demands
• Responsible for partnering with internal departments such as Recruiting, Talent Enablement, Total Rewards and more.
• Implements, interprets, and administers employee and labor relations programs, projects, tasks, or initiatives that align with company goals and objectives. Responsibilities include employment, employee relations, labor relations, compensation administration, performance management, benefits, recognition, training and planning of staffing requirements and workforce communications.
• Must be visible and accessible to all distribution center employees, to include routine walks on the production floor to help champion a positive inclusive and engaged workplace.
• Maintains and coordinates employee recognition programs to include responsibility for the Employee Engagement Budget and planning.
• Facilitates and/or provides training and development (including orientation) to management and the workforce.
• Effectively administers existing programs in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Provides Employee Relations expertise and shapes the local ER strategy for their area ensuring all policies and procedures are legally compliant, managers are trained and aware of how to handle employee matters, leading and supporting leaders when it comes to local consultation / negotiation with employee bodies and responds to all employee matters to gain resolution
• Serve as the escalation point for complex employee relations matters, investigations, and general HR decisions
• Promotes diversity-related initiatives within assigned areas or countries.
• Supports timely and effective communication and administration of deliverables.
• Utilizes internal and external data, generates, and analyzes reports as required to provide basis for business cases and meet regulatory requirements as necessary.
• Travels as required

OTHER DUTIES

• Work afterhours as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibility to lead, develop, and coach one onsite team member in Human Resources.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Social Sciences, or related field;
• Minimum of seven years of progressive HR experience, with a proven track record in leadership and multi-site or large-scale management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work in warehouse environments with unregulated temperatures that may range from mild to moderately warm or cold depending on the season.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably ADP or Workday.
• HR professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• Fluency in the local language.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Solid mathematical and analytical skills.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual candidates preferred but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The role also requires occasional handling and sitting; frequent bending; and constant walking and standing. Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 21–50 pounds, as well as reach above the shoulder, reach outward, squat, and kneel as needed to perform job responsibilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in the main office of the Distribution Center. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

_ This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. _

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.