Regional HR Manager
The Regional HR Manager position is responsible for serving as a strategic HR partner to Operations leadership, developing and coaching Operations management, partnering in People Planning, developing and executing staffing plans, and providing training courses to leadership and associates as required. This position also facilitates resolution of associate relations issues. This position is typically responsible for 80 120 stores.
Job Responsibilities :
- Partners with Operations leadership in the facilitation of People Planning involving the development and coaching of Operations management; evaluates internal candidates for vacant / new positions and identifies high potential associates; participates in panel interviews to build alignment. Conducts field visits and interviews to identify opportunities for improved retention.
- Coaches Operations leadership on associate relations to achieve problem resolution without litigation; conducts timely and thorough investigations involving associate complaints and disputes and prepares documentation of issues; resolves simple issues but involves Field HR Directors in achieving resolution of complex associate relations issues or refers issues to the Office of Dispute Resolution in the Support Center.
- Assists Operations leadership in development and execution of Regional Strategic Plan to ensure both an internal and external pipeline of candidates; forecasts staffing needs to fill vacant Operations management positions on a timely basis to support company growth; Participates in Open House events, and career fairs, supported by Recruiters at the Support Center.
- Advises Operations leadership on conducting effective associate performance evaluations and on assisting associates with career and personal development.
- Follows up with new hires thru Keep In Touch Program to promote an understanding of Pandas Mission, Vision, Values, and Culture. Follows up with new hires to ensure adequate and appropriate training opportunities and encourage their participation.
- Assists / coordinates with the Decentralized Learning Manager, who provides a variety of local training and development sessions for Operations management to enhance their capabilities, including 7 Habits, Sexual Harassment, Interviewing Skills, Conducting Effective Performance Reviews, Creating Individual Development Plans, etc.
Must Reside in the following area :
Chicago, IllinoisWork Environment :
Travel and store environment, 75%-plus (local and overnight), varies by region. Applicants must be able to meet this requirement, with or without reasonable accommodations.How We Reward You :
Hybrid remote schedule401K with company matchYearly bonus opportunityFull medical, dental, and vision insuranceOn-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinicDiscounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym membershipsPaid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidaysContinuous education assistance and scholarshipsIncome protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insuranceBereavement leaveBenefits available for eligible permanent full time associatesYour Background and Experience :
Bachelors degree required; business and / or HR majors preferred.Minimum seven years of HR experience, with a minimum of five years HR Generalist experience in associate relations, training and development, recruiting, and people management or equivalent Operations management experience, preferably in a retail / hospitality operations environment.Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.Obtaining a valid Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.Pay Range : M2 : $112,500 - $158,000 / Annual
Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.Job ID : P1-2203002