HR Manager

Position Overview Our client, a growing retail organization, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee and lead the company's human resources operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, organizational development, and overall people strategy.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience and the ability to independently manage all aspects of the HR function. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an HR professional who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR operations while supporting the organization's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day human resources operations, ensuring HR policies, procedures, and practices align with organizational goals and employment regulations.
• Partner directly with the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, and strategic HR initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, workplace investigations, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition efforts, partnering with department managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified talent.
• Oversee onboarding, employee orientation, retention, and offboarding processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in accordance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Provide guidance and support to managers on performance management, employee coaching, development, and succession planning.
• Oversee compensation, benefits administration, leave management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour requirements, workplace safety, and leave policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files while ensuring confidentiality.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen workplace culture.
• Support organizational growth through the development and implementation of scalable HR programs and practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, including demonstrated leadership and ownership of HR functions.
• Previous experience managing HR operations and serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
• Retail, consumer goods, or multi-location business experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, employee relations, and performance management.
• Experience overseeing recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Proven ability to independently manage sensitive employee matters, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and organizational initiatives.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance strategic HR leadership with hands-on execution in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a proactive, approachable, and solutions-oriented HR leader who enjoys building relationships across all levels of an organization. They will be comfortable working directly with the CEO, independently managing the HR function, and providing guidance on both strategic and day-to-day people matters. The ideal individual brings a strong business mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to build and improve HR processes that support a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.