The Senior HR Director is a business partner to senior operational leadership and is responsible for leading, implementing and executing the organization’s HR strategy, key projects and initiatives within the Natural or Conventional group of Distribution Centers. The Senior HR Director provides leadership, strategic direction and execution of responsibilities focused on growing the business, implementing plans and strategies in line with UNFI culture and goals. Coordinates major activities through subordinates in areas such as Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Engagement, Recognition, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Associate Relations, Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Risk Safety, Labor Relations, Sustainability and Philanthropy.
Core Responsibilities
HR Leadership
Leads the HR function for Natural or Conventional Distribution Center HR teams, provides functional HR expertise, executes on key projects, and drives performance through local HR teams.
Strategic Business Partnership
Assesses, monitors and manages employee engagement on a proactive, ongoing basis. Oversees implementation of associate engagement surveys and action plans, in collaboration and partnership with the business leaders. Identifies trends and works to systematically address disengagement issues.
Execution of HR Function and Programs
Responsible for overseeing the execution of core annual programs, such as performance objectives and goal setting, performance evaluations, compensation planning, talent assessment, succession planning, wellness, annual enrollment, etc.
Education/ Certifications:
Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities
Demonstrates exceptional agility and a high sense of urgency, accurately assessing priorities, managing competing demands, and delivering results within required timeframes
Expertise in talent strategy, workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
Proven change leadership capabilities, including the ability to influence, drive adoption, and sustain organizational transformation.
This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
Physical Environment/Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.
UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
