Barnes and Noble Hiring – Human Resources Director

Job Description:

As a human resources director, you are responsible for planning, developing and implementing all aspects of human resources to support our Distribution Center and Customer Service Center. You will partner with senior leaders to acquire and manage talent, drive performance and direct employee relations to achieve our business objectives and support our company’s growth plans. You provide strategic human resource direction which influences senior management on the growth, development and retention of our talent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor DC human resource budget ensuring we are stay on track.
• Lead all HR processes, programs and policies, including but not limited to talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management, and employee relations while modeling a superior customer service focus. Build successful relationships across the organization and develop a detailed understanding of the business needs so that recommendations can be made that complements our organization.
• Develop successful sourcing strategies to strengthen the company’s ability to recruit and retain top talent, anticipating talent needs and partnering to ensure we have the best talent. Evaluate strategies on an ongoing basis and adjust according to market trends and effectiveness.
• Develop HR programs, providing direction to ensure employees are engaged, retained and invested in creating a positive workplace and a high level of employee morale and motivation. Set the strategy and define objectives ensuring milestone deliverables are met within timeframes outlined.
• Manage the performance review process in the DC, ensuring consistency and fairness in compensation practices and alignment with company direction.
• Ensure excellence and consistency in the implementation of all programs in compliance with all applicable laws and policies.
• Coach and develop direct reports, prepare and deliver performance reviews, provide actionable feedback and manage all levels of performance.
• Identify opportunities for training initiatives which will elevate the skill set of our current employees and foster growth opportunities within the company.
• Work with leadership team to identify critical factors influencing staff turnover and engagement. Formulate plans and provide guidance to effectuate positive change and maintain our competitive advantage in the marketplace.
• Oversee employee relations, providing support to management teams to ensure consistency and fairness in addressing company policy and procedures. Coach Managers on any performance issues and assists with resolutions, ensuring appropriate and timely corrective action.

Job Requirements:

• Hands-on leader, with the ability to see the big picture and the willingness to “roll up their sleeves” to get the job done
• Proven analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Act with a sense of urgency and can reprioritize quickly and effectively, with an ultimate focus on results
• Ability to build rapport and collaborate across the organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the business
• Ability to anticipate needs, challenges and potential issues and proactively develop solutions to meet the demands of our fast-paced, constantly changing business
• Strong business acumen, demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills to deliver appropriate solutions balancing employee needs and business considerations

Job Details:

Company: Barnes and Noble

Vacancy Type: Temporary

Job Location: Hagerstown, MD, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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