Senior HR Business Partner

Overview

This position will be the primary Human Resources point of contact for multiple and/or complex business locations/teams. As a strategic thought partner, the Senior HR Business Partner aligns business objectives with employees and management in designated business locations and/or teams.

The Senior HR Business Partner serves as a consultant to management on Human Resource related issues. Successful Senior HR Business Partner will act as employee champion and change agent. Senior HR Business Partner assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and assists the business area in managing the workforce, providing guidance, counseling/coaching to include proscribing different actions than the business recommends. Communicating needs proactively with our HR department and business unit Officers, the Senior HR Business Partner seeks to develop integrated solutions.

The Senior HR Business Partner formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management team and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. The Senior HR Business Partner maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, business plans, culture, and competition.

Primary Responsibilities

• Primary partner, point of contact and change agent for multiple and/or complex business locations/teams. the face of HR to the business. Assist business in managing workforce for given area, provide guidance, counsel/coaching and at times, veto. Translates business strategy into human capital needs.
• Identify need for organization design/structure changes; Partner with OD to effectively populate structure; provides guidance on talent and headcount/cost.
• Support and communicate Performance Management processes congruent with company strategy/methodology. Champion talent review process, provide input and guidance (with business) on assessments, identification of successors and development actions (e.g., assignments, training, etc.) Play active role in managing [development] action plans for key individuals.
• Completes gap analysis providing input on the prioritization of open positions within supported function(s); Collaborate with the talent acquisition team to develop strategies to fill high -priority roles, manage openings; promote internal movement/placement, manage headcount.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition team and management to implement talent strategies including hiring and selection, workforce planning including gap analysis, high potential identification, assessment and management, retention of identified key talent, career pathing, accelerated development, and other organizational development initiatives as identified.
• Partner with enterprise-wide HR Partner’s to deliver retention and recognition strategies across Office Depot Omni channels to include performance, incentive, compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.
• Contribute and serve as advisor and/or technical expert on project teams such as organizational and team development, talent management, acquisition, training, company culture, etc. in support of organizational changes and initiatives.
• Contribute and serve as advisor and/or technical expert on project teams such as organizational and team development, talent management, acquisition, training, company culture, etc. in support of organizational changes and initiatives.

Education And Experience

• Bachelors’ degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Psychology or Human Resources or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field such as Human Resources, Employee Relations, Talent Identification, Talent Development and/or Talent Management experience or relevant experience
• Experience with large, company-wide implementation of programs, employee training, development, benefits, and compensation strongly desired.
• PHR or SPHR preferred
• Strategic and operational talent management expertise
• Knowledge of talent identification and talent development
• Knowledge of and experience with assessment and competency models/performance management tools is required
• Experience with integrated talent management processes, systems, resources and tools knowledge of current trends in Talent and PerformanceManagement processes and is externally well connected
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and project management Skills
• Pulls together information from a variety of sources in a user-friendly, business driven manner
• Must have the ability to eliminate roadblocks and improve processes for successful execution
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Builds and maintains credibility at all levels throughout the organization
• Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication skills (non-managerial to executive) and presentation skills
• Creative mindset, proactive, resourceful, resilient - doesn’t take things personally, focuses on continuous improvement
• Anticipates informational needs and communicates proactively
• Excellent MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills are required
• Ability to organize multiple activities and projects which require close attention to detail
• Ability to interpret company policies, procedures, and practices
• Ability to work independently and lead a team to achieve goals

About The ODP Corporation

The ODP Corporation is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC and ODP Business Solutions, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

The salary range for this role is $78,800/year to $123,100/year, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization!

Key skills/competency

• HR Strategy
• Talent Management
• Organizational Development
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations
• Workforce Planning
• Change Management
• HR Consulting
• Compensation & Benefits
• Leadership & Influence