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Human Resources Manager
Great Lakes Region
Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Beacon is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing materials and complementary building products in the United States and Canada. We are among the oldest and most established distributors in the industry.
Beacon is a leading provider of commercial and residential roofing, siding, windows, decking, specialty lumber, waterproofing, and air barrier systems for the North American building industry. We have supported contractors who rely on us to help them save time and build more for nearly 100 years.
Our team of more than 6,000 employees throughout North America works to ensure contractors have immediate, local access to the building supplies and roofing products they need, exactly when they need them. Through strategic investments in new technology and an ever-expanding network of locations throughout the United States and Canada, we help contractors save time, manage work more efficiently, and enhance their businesses.
Beacon is looking for a top-notch senior-level Regional Human Resources Manager to join our team of dedicated and passionate employees in our Great Lakes Region. This position will report to the Vice President of Human Resources of the North Division. Location flexible in the Great Lakes geography preferred.
Position Description:
We are currently seeking a senior-level Human Resources Manager to support the North Division, Great Lakes Region. The position is responsible for approximately 400 employees located in 35 branches, divided into three Districts across the Great Lakes. The territory includes Western PA, West Virginia, Michigan, and Ohio and will report directly to the North Division Vice President, Human Resources.
Detailed Responsibilities:
Managing Human Resources Operations for exempt and non-exempt teams in a union and non-union environment
Partnering with the Recruiting team; includes interview content/value identification and candidate selection in a timely and effective manner
Investigate employee issues and conflicts
Ensure organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Support, guide, and train managers to help them maintain effective working relationships with unions
Actively manage organizational talent, workforce planning processes, and succession planning
Participate in organization-wide HR initiatives including leadership and employer of choice efforts
Create and implement a positive employee relations program at all locations
Demonstrated ability to lead Engagement and Retention initiatives
Effectively manage communication plans and HR strategy for annual HR processes (eg Performance Management, Salary Planning, Talent Reviews)
Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation, employee and labor relations guidance, and day to day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
Manage leave of absence process and transitional duty process
Facilitate resolution of payroll and timekeeping administration issues
Provide guidance and compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers
Partner with Regional Safety Managers to ensure the effectiveness of company safety programs and initiatives
Develop HR strategies and administer HR policies and procedures
Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars. Maintains company organization charts and employee directory
Other duties as assigned
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A minimum of 8 years of full-scope human resources management experience is required, with related industry experience preferred
Prior work experience with a Fortune 500 company that is well known for HR practices, preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Human Resources or related field preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills and process orientation
Strong business acumen and analytical mindset with the ability to lead, implement, and facilitate change
Strong employee relations background required, with relatable labor relations experience preferred
Strong project management skills
Experience working in changing environments, managing through complexity, and driving change
Strong influencing and coaching skills. Proven experience in developing and coaching a team.
Ability to be effective in a highly matrixed environment
Experience communicating with and influencing all levels of the organization
Demonstrated successful experience in working in a demanding, high-performance work environment and team-oriented culture
Must be able to think and act strategically, but also be willing to roll-up sleeves” for all HR functions
Willing to travel up to 25%
Location:
Location flexible in the Great Lakes geography preferred.
