Senior HR Manager

Senior Manager, Human Resources

About Optimas:

Optimas is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support focused on 
delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse customers around the 
world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every community we serve. This 
allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve, leveraging our footprint to remain 
at your side while providing a highly personalized level of service and support no matter where you find 
yourself around the globe.
To learn more about our company, please visit our website http://www.optimas.com/
Position overview:
We are looking for a knowledgeable and self-directed Human Resources Manager to oversee U.S. 
Operations. The ideal candidate will take charge of the entire U.S. HR process, drive process 
improvements, manage change and transformation, and promote employee engagement. Additional 
responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Employee Relations 
Performance Management 
Talent Management 
Employee Development 
Employee Retention 
Change Management 
Workforce Planning 
Succession Planning 
Leadership & Training
Employee Engagement
Strategic Leadership

Position Responsibilities:
▪ Lead the human resource effort to ensure all policies, processes, and regulations are adhered to 
in a consistent and timely manner. Responsible for staffing, onboarding, and retaining top talent 
to execute and achieve business goals. Partners with the leadership team to understand and 
execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to 
current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
▪ Provides support and guidance to HR generalists, management, and other staff when complex, 
specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute 
routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, 
investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
▪ Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and 
incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
▪ Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development 
opportunities for employees.
▪ Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
▪ Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and 
recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
▪ Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in 
human resources, talent management, and employment law.
▪ Partners with senior HR leader and operational team to develop a culture of positive employee 
relations and engagement. 
▪ Responsible for providing training, coaching, and counseling to develop a strong team and 
improve retention. Partners with senior HR on employee issues and/or complaints to ensure all 
concerns are investigated thoroughly, documented properly, and resolved in a timely manner.
▪ Maintain a thorough knowledge of the HR systems and operational systems as it relates to 
human resources. Responsible for utilizing the systems to accomplish the goals of the business 
ensuring accurate data is submitted in a timely manner. Maintain a high level of integrity and 
confidentiality when utilizing the data. 

Required Experience & Qualifications:
• 5-10 years in human resource management role
• Bachelor’s degree required
• SHRM or HRCI certification required
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• UltiPro experience preferred
• Ability to travel 25-35%