Generalist - Human Resources

Join the team that revolutionized the office supply industry! Staples, Inc., a $16.0 billion dollar, Fortune 500 company is currently seeking a Human Resource (HR) Generalist overseeing a fulfillment center location. Train & support operational managers and supervisors to ensure company goals for associate development, HR utilization and customer service are attained through consistent execution of human resources, training and operational plans. Ensure open communication of issues, initiatives and operating plans and responsibilities among location personnel, management and the corporate office to facilitate efficient and effective execution of training plans and HR programs. Continuously demonstrates the ability to evaluate a location from a human resources perspective, partner with the appropriate resources, and implement a pro-active, associate-focused plan with an end result of meeting the location’s associate, operational and financial goals. Generally provides support for large population of associates geographically isolated from “core� human resources support staff / professionals. Primary HR responsibility for 300+ exempt and non-exempt associates multiple locations. Significant strategic and tactical interaction with senior operational or general management executives. Provide direction and support to operational management team in developing associates through training, coaching, performance management and appropriate placement to maintain a high caliber work force and a qualified pool of promotable candidates. Ensure consistent and fair administration of Staples Policies and Procedures throughout the organization while also ensuring that Local, State and Federal laws and regulations are adhered to. Demonstrated ability to positively influence the behavior of associates at all levels of an organization. Serve as an employee advocate in the resolution of workplace issues and/or conflicts. Advise management personnel on the fair & consistent handling of situations requiring discipline, ensuring associates are not terminated without the involvement of appropriate operational and HR representatives. Manage the recruitment, selection and hiring process to find and attract highly qualified and motivated candidates at all levels of the organization. Ensure that company pay administration policies are applied fairly and consistently. Active and timely involvement in NAD corporate QUALIFICATIONSBachelor Degreee required, HR Certification and/or Masters Degree a plus A minimum of 7-10 years of Human Resources Generalist experience required Experience working with both hourly and exempt associates a must Able to understand and execute within sound human resources and Staples procedural & legislative guidelines required. Competency in all Microsoft applictions Knowledge of People Soft also helpful Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to work together with business partners to solve problems and resolve conflicts in a creative, responsive, and pro-active manner Demonstrated human resources technical expertise in the application of state and federal employment law, wage and hour law, recruiting and compensation Demonstrated working knowledge of pre-employment assessment tools, training, human resources technology, change management, benefits and organizational design