Strategic HR Leader -- Union & Nonunion, Travel

QXO; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

Parental leave and training

Job summary

QXO is seeking an experienced Human Resources leader to direct full-scope HR operations across a multi-site, union and non-union environment in the Eastern/Central regions. The role emphasizes workforce planning, employee relations, and strategic HR initiatives to support a growing organization.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years in HR management, experience with Fortune 500 HR practices, and a track record of coaching teams, influencing executives, and driving change in complex settings.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years of full-scope human resources management experience is required, with related industry experience preferred.
• Prior work experience with a Fortune 500 company that is well known for HR practices, preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Human Resources or related field preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills and process orientation
• Strong business acumen and analytical mindset with the ability to lead, implement, and facilitate change.
• Strong employee relations background required, with relatable labor relations experience preferred
• Strong project management skills
• Experience working in changing environments, managing through complexity, and driving change
• Strong influencing and coaching skills. Proven experience in developing and coaching a team
• Ability to be effective in a highly matrixed environment
• Experience communicating with and influencing all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated successful experience in working in a demanding, high-performance work environment and team-oriented culture
• Must be able to think and act strategically, but also be willing to “roll-up sleeves" for all HR functions
• Willing to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

• Manage HR operations for exempt and non-exempt teams in a union and non-union environment
• Partner with the Recruiting team; includes interview content/value identification and candidate selection in a timely and effective manner
• Investigate employee issues and conflicts
• Ensure organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Support, guide, and train managers to help them maintain effective working relationships with unions
• Actively manage organizational talent, workforce planning processes, and succession planning
• Participate in organization-wide HR initiatives including leadership and employer of choice efforts
• Create and implement a positive employee relations program at all locations
• Demonstrated ability to lead Engagement and Retention initiatives
• Effectively manage communication plans and HR strategy for annual HR processes (e.g. Performance Management, Salary Planning, Talent Reviews)
• Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation, employee and labor relations guidance, and day to day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Manage leave of absence process and transitional duty process
• Facilitate resolution of payroll and timekeeping administration issues
• Provide guidance and compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers
• Partner with Regional Safety Managers to ensure the effectiveness of company safety programs and initiatives
• Develop HR strategies and administer HR policies and procedures
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars. Maintains company organization charts and employee directory
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

Talent Planning

Coaching & Leadership

Change Management

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/HR

Job description

QXO is seeking an experienced Human Resources leader to direct full-scope HR operations across a multi-site, union and non-union environment in the Eastern/Central regions. The role emphasizes workforce planning, employee relations, and strategic HR initiatives to support a growing organization.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years in HR management, experience with Fortune 500 HR practices, and a track record of coaching teams, influencing executives, and driving change in complex settings.