Senior Director Human Resources (Gardena)

The Senior HR Director will partner effectively with various levels of management across the enterprise to support the WSS Banner to meet and exceed the business needs in todays and future retail landscape. This Senior HR Director will work in a collaborative manner effectively navigating the matrix across multiple business functions to provide support on all facets of HR including; employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, talent management and the associate experience.

Responsibilities

• Support key leaders and associates in a HR business partner capacity anticipate needs of the business, build strong relationships, influence business decisions and develop strategies to maximize associate performance and engagement. Directly support the WSS Leadership Team and their respective functions.
• Develop strategies to optimize & refine the overall WSS Org to further define career paths leading to a stronger bench.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop the overall recruitment strategy to identify talent needed for the present and future.
• Foster a strong culture through employee lifecycle experiences including onboarding, engagement events, development. Diagnose opportunity areas and partner with leadership to develop action plans driving improvements.
• In partnership with the HR VP, lead the annual Executive Development Review (succession planning) and develop programs to enhance skills and increase bench strength.
• Coach and counsel associates and supervisors on employee relations issues to drive improve culture. Personally manage challenging ER issues and bring to resolution.
• In partnership with the HR VP, lead the Executive Performance Appraisal / Calibration process for the WSS division.
• Support annual associate engagement process. Partner with leaders to analyze & disseminate results and build action plans focused on key opportunity areas. Develop strategies to drive engagement improvements year over year.
• Assess current processes and programs and develop new ideas and prepare proposals for future improvements.
• Develop retention strategies to drive engagement in partnership with HR VP.
• Provide oversight to the LA site to ensure calendar of events is developed annually and events are assessed for optimal associate engagement.
• Oversee successful implementation of the summer internship program including selection of candidates, program agenda, program events, business project, and evaluations.

Qualifications

ABOUT WSS :

WSS has been the leading retailer of footwear, apparel, and accessories since its establishment in 1984. With over 100 stores nationwide, WSS offers thousands of styles from top-name brands, delivering exceptional customer service and setting the standard for value and style in the Best Neighborhood Store concept. In 2021, Foot Locker, Inc. successfully completed its acquisition of WSS. As a prominent retailer of athletic shoes and apparel, Foot Locker's acquisition of WSS enables the expansion of its presence into the casual footwear market. WSS is committed to becoming the ultimate Neighborhood Store, fostering authentic connections with local communities, and providing unparalleled service and value to Hispanic communities across the country. To learn more, please visit www.shopwss.com .

WSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.WSS is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.