Strategic HR Partner for Retail Leadership

championhomes; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Champion Homes – Retail Division in Jackson, MS seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to Retail Leadership, shaping people strategies that support business growth across multiple locations. You will influence decisions, strengthen employee relations, lead recruiting and onboarding, and drive a high‑performing culture.

The role requires a strong background in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and full‑cycle recruiting, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including strong expertise in employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, and full‑cycle recruiting
• Experience supporting multi‑location retail or other fast‑paced operating environments preferred
• Proven ability to lead recruiting and onboarding across all levels, with success building talent pipelines and delivering a strong candidate and new‑hire experience
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems, including UKG/UltiPro, and strong Microsoft Office skills
• Solid knowledge of employment and labor laws, HR best practices, and compliant hiring processes
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to influence leaders and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders on employee and labor relations, performance management, and engagement to support team effectiveness and business objectives
• Investigate employee issues, document findings, and recommend compliant solutions and appropriate follow‑up actions
• Advise managers on disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and terminations while helping mitigate risk
• Lead full‑cycle recruiting and onboarding for all levels, from frontline and professional roles to leadership positions
• Administer HR policies and programs, ensure compliance with employment and labor laws, and promote consistent HR practices
• Lead onboarding, training, and development initiatives, and coach managers on people leadership and employee experience
• Maintain accurate employee records and support internal HR audits, reporting, and documentation requirements
• Partner with payroll and benefits teams to resolve employee questions and ensure data accuracy
• Build strong partnerships with retail leadership to support business needs and operational consistency
• Analyze trends in turnover, hiring, engagement, and employee relations to identify risks, recommend actions, and inform business decisions
• Lead or support HR initiatives, change efforts, and process improvements that enhance the employee experience and organizational effectiveness

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Performance management

Full-cycle recruiting

Communication

Organization & prioritization

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

UKG/UltiPro

Microsoft Office

Job description

Champion Homes – Retail Division in Jackson, MS seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to Retail Leadership, shaping people strategies that support business growth across multiple locations. You will influence decisions, strengthen employee relations, lead recruiting and onboarding, and drive a high‑performing culture.

The role requires a strong background in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and full‑cycle recruiting, with the ability to