Sr. HR Partner

Company Description

Bosch Thermotechnology in North America In North America, Bosch Thermotechnology is a leading source of high quality heating and cooling systems. In particular, the company offers BOSCH tankless, point-of-use and heat pump electric water heaters, Buderus floor-standing and wall-hung boilers, FHP geothermal systems as well as smart thermostats, controls and accessories.

Bosch Thermotechnology is committed reinventing energy efficiency by offering smart products that work together as integrated systems enhancing the quality of your life in an ultra-efficient and environmentally friendly manner.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Partner supports all human resources activities including but not limited to employee relations, workforce development, internships, non-exempt payroll, training, compensation, recruiting, and organizational development.  Provides counsel, assistance and follow-up on Company policies, procedures and supports management to identify and resolve issues.  Recommends and develops programs to meet employee needs and improve performance related activities as necessary.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance and guidance to employees and managers on personnel/employment issues, compensation, Bosch policies, procedures and standards
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with organizational resources to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to local management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, productivity and retention).
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructure activities, workforce and succession planning.
• Performs compensation studies to recommend contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual management coaching.
• Leads the Internship program for multiple locations from requisition through onboarding
• Facilitates and coordinates recruitment efforts (i.e. postings, coordinating interviews, etc.)
• Works in collaboration with hiring manager and external agencies to review application/resumes; interviews job applicants; evaluate applicant skills and make recommendations regarding applicant's qualifications
• Develop and maintain relationship with universities and other recruitment sources
• Administration of the SAP Human Resource Information System (HRIS), including but not limited to new hires, promotions, terminations, and other related actions.  Includes payroll responsibilities related to non-exempt time administration
• Conducts new employee and intern orientation both in-person and virtually for multiple locations
• Explains benefits to employees and serves as a liaison between corporate benefits and local site
• Provides advice, assistance and follow-up on Company policies, procedures and documentation
• Manage Short Term Disability and FMLA, working with outsourced vendor
• Participate in the corporate wellness meetings and wellness events
• Participate in the local team focused on corporate, employee and community outreach activities
• Responsible for providing monthly vacation and OSHA reports and other reports as requested
• Assist in creating programs to recognize and reward employee performance and community involvement
• Travel Expectation: 10 -15% (domestic) with periodic travel between Londonderry, NH and Watertown, MA 

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience with Generalist responsibilities
• 2+ years of employee relations experience 
• 3+ years of MS Office Suite experience to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Teams 
• 2+ years of HRIS system data entry and report writing experience         

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Studies or related area
• Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or HRCI (HRCI- PHR) credential or ability to obtain certification within two years of employment
• 5+ years of Human Resources experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Generalist experience in a sales environment
• Advanced knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relat