People and Culture Business Partner (Factory & Distribution Center)

Who We Are :

Founded in 2009, Reformation is a revolutionary lifestyle brand that proves fashion and sustainability can coexist. We combine stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices, releasing limited-edition collections for individuals who want to look beautiful and live sustainably.

Setting an example for the industry, Reformation remains at the forefront of innovation in sustainable fashion running the first sustainable factory in Los Angeles, using deadstock and eco fabrics, tracking and sharing the environmental impact of every product, and investing in the people who make this revolution possible.

The brand has also established itself as a pioneer in retail innovation, developing an in-store tech concept that brings the best of its online experience to its physical doors.

We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education.

Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.

Here at Ref, we put people first. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued.

We build an inclusive culture together and make a real impact along the way.

People and Culture Business Partner (Factory & Distribution Center)

This is an onsite role and the successful candidate will be bilingual (Spanish / English)

Reformation is looking for an experienced People and Culture Business Partner to support our factory and distribution center teams.

The People & Culture Business Partner is both a strategic and hands-on role that provides full cycle Human Resources support to these teams.

The role is critical in executing our People initiatives to cultivate an innovative, high-performing, and inclusive culture as well as providing great internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement.

You will be the first point of contact for onsite employee requests and the leader for all things People and Culture.

What You’ll Do :

• Actively listen to employees and partner with leadership to coordinate employee culture / team-building activities.
• Assess, analyze and support the annual employee engagement and action planning process. Partner with factory and distribution center leadership to create a strategy to address gaps, executing that plan flawlessly.
• Coach management teams on employee-related best practices to foster positive team environments.
• Lead employee relations, ensuring excellent climate and morale. Proactively assess the team's morale and engagement.
• Investigate claims, complaints and concerns raised by employees, ensuring timely response, quick resolution and following-up as necessary to mitigate reoccurrence.
• Assist the Managers / Supervisors with recruitment and drafting job postings and support the interview process for factory and distribution center talent, facilitate and support on-boarding.
• Ensure excellent HR operations associated with generalist responsibilities (leave management, compensation practices, talent acquisition, benefits, HR systems, etc.)
• Liaison between the Leadership and our employees for compensation, benefits, development, and employee relations. Additionally, you are the key to communicating change.
• Well-versed in federal and state employment law and fluent in leave policies and administration for our employees and liaising with our compensation department.

Must be able to understand overarching laws and help our employees understand their role in ensuring legal and internal policy compliant leaves.

• Strategize with business leaders and make recommendations to maximize our team’s performance whether it’s developing and defining opportunities, engagement, training, and talent development and succession planning.
• Work with the People Operations team to ensure accurate updates for our HR systems, employee reports and other reporting requirements on a weekly basis.
• Administer and effectively communicate all HR policies and guidelines, such as time off and leave policies.
• Manage workers compensation claims and assist with developing safety programs and initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and employee files.

What You’ll Need :

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish and have strong verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of Human Resources experience.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to provide support during factory and distribution center hours.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multi-task and adapt to rapidly changing demands and priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to work with all levels.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Google Suite, and Powerpoint
• Knowledgeable with California Employment / Labor Standards and Human Rights.

You’ll Love The Job If You’re :

• A natural problem solver and excellent communicator.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Bonus :

• Prior experience working in the garment industry is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or certification in PHR or SPHR.

Benefits & Perks :

• Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
• Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees
• Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
• Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more
• 401K with company match

The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

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