Field Area Human Resource Manager (Transportation/Logistics)

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Area Human Resources Manager (AHRM) is a valued member of the leadership team, supporting our Dedicated Contract Carriage product line (Transportation), reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations. As a trusted business partner, the AHRM will ensure HR initiatives, programs, and procedures are consistent with organization-wide direction and successfully administered and maintained. A successful AHRM will demonstrate an understanding of the strategic relationship between effective human resource management and core business functions. This field-based position supports a business unit of over 2000 associates across multiple states and two Field HR Managers as direct reports. Up to 50% overnight travel required to maintain regular onsite HR presence at all local operations to support associates and address associate needs. 
 

Position can be based in Corona, CA – Duluth, GA – Naperville, IL but open to other markets for the right candidate.

What We Offer:
-    Competitive salary and benefits package.
-    Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
-    A supportive and inclusive work environment.
-    The chance to make a significant impact on the future of our company by attracting top talent.
 

This position requires you to act as a change agent while driving organizational effectiveness through talent acquisition, leadership development, associate engagement and communication, diversity and inclusion, associate and labor relations, and compliance.
 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Business Partnership
• Work with operations team to identify, create and implement innovative human capital solutions that enhance business performance
• Champion, execute and monitor the effectiveness of organization programs and initiatives
 

Talent Acquisition
• Collaborate with the staffing team to acquire top talent through improved selection tools and criteria, and local outreach efforts
• Cultivate internal talent, participate in interview process and selection decisions
 

Leadership Development
• Drive talent review and succession planning processes using a consultative approach that ensures a strong talent bench
• Work with leaders to create and ensure successful completion of individual development plans
• Provide managers with the tools and training to optimize their performance
Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement
• Champion the shaping and sustaining of a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Consult with leadership to develop plans to promote an inclusive environment that is engaging, enabling and energizing, and one where our associates can thrive
 

Associate and Labor Relations
• Make contributions that develop and sustain a workplace that mirrors our Company culture and values
• Lead investigations, prepare summaries and make recommendations with a sense of urgency, ensuring comprehensive resolutions
• Consult with employment counsel to analyze employment decisions as needed
• Partner with Labor Relations team to develop a labor strategy, including conducting risk assessments, facilitating positive associate relations training, and drafting action plans to address concerns
• Participate in union negotiations, prepare and contribute key HR data to ensure successful outcomes within the collective bargaining agreement
• Collaborate with Business Agents to resolve grievances and other local matters

Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FCRA, EEO,  and FLSA)
• Communicate, interpret and consistently apply company policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct
• Ensure compliance with all Human Resource processes
• Consult with compliance expert on the interpretation of policies and procedures
• Conduct regular compliance reviews at location level (Wage and Hour, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred
• SHRM or HRCI Certification(s) preferred
• Willingness to travel, sometimes overnight, up to 50% of the time required
• Experience supporting multiple locations required
• 5-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience in more than one facet of HR preferred relevant experience will be considered
• Creative, independent self-starter who excels in a fast-paced environment
• Agile and quick learner, enjoys collaborative projects and continuous education
• Ability to understand the business operations from a strategic and tactical perspective
• Must be a confident communicator, (including written, and verbal skills) and able to effectively champion ideas, influence, and present to Leadership
• Ability to effectively manage multiple proj