HR Business Partner

ODW Logistics is a people-focused and customer-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider committed to collective growth and helping every teammate reach their highest potential. Pillared on our four values -- Respect Trust Team and Opportunity-- our people rise to challenges innovate and make an impact every day. We are dedicated to helping our teammates experience fulfillment through their strengths ownership innovative ideas and meaningful contributions.

Who we are

HRBP on the Human Resources field team is committed to supporting all associates in their career at ODW Logistics. We are trusted thought partners to leaders across our vast DC network team mates to our COEs and innovators in providing support. We care passionately about creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all team members to enjoy.

Position Summary

The HRBP is responsible for providing strategic HR support to multiple (1-4) Distribution Centers located in the Columbus-area effectively supporting varying levels of Operations team members. This role will maintain an office in Lockbourne and will show up both in person and virtually for the teams they support. The leader in this role will drive HR initiatives act as a connector between associates and our COEs and bring issues to swift resolution. They will forge lasting relationships act as a champion for engagement and model ODWs values. The HRBP will utilize people data to support an ethical and timely decision-making process.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR guidance to leadership effectively aligning support with business objectives.
• Support the Operations management team via driving engagement initiatives within their DCs. Function as counsel to engagement committees.
• At the field level drive the annual performance management and goal alignment process. Partner with Operations leadership to evaluate employee ratings and the preparation of data.
• Lead employee relations counseling investigations outplacement counseling and exit interviews.
• Partner to with General Managers to drive the Talent Management programs and next-level readiness assessment of the leadership team at OM/Supervisor/Lead levels.
• Support the talent acquisition process; play an influential role in interviewing and selection for salaried team members.
• Provide coaching to salaried staff (GMs Oms Supervisors etc) as needed.
• Function as a key liaison between Talent Management/Project Management/Operations for new start-ups; provide updates and strategic support for all aspects of staffing.
• Partner with OpEx support roles (Quality Safety CI) and Operations leadership to identify and drive process improvements.
• Drive semesterly People Review Day (PRD) meetings.
• Support various onboarding initiatives designed to deliver a rewarding experience for new associates.
• Promote the organizational values of Trust Respect Team Opportunity and the operating philosophy of Safety Customers Operations People Execution (SCOPE).
• Continuously enhance/automate HR processes finding efficiencies and leveraging new technology when possible.
• Administer various human resources programs and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the implementation of policies and procedures; give input on employee handbook and policies and procedures manual.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.

Qualifications

Education Experience & Capabilities

• 2-5 years of HR Business Partner experience.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field. (Preferred)
• Previous experience in a 3PL or manufacturing environment and supporting a field Operations team is preferred.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of human resource management; HR certification a plus. (SHRM-CP PHR etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching and counseling to associates at all levels.
• Independent but also team oriented; history of eliminating silos and including others in initiatives/projects.
• Culture setter who views change as a positive; naturally hopeful outlook no matter the situation.
• Effective verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strength in analyzing and leveraging people data to support decision-making.
• Ability to maintain confidential information professionally.
• Experience in facilitation; ability to present information in a clear and concise method to associates at all levels.
• Computer data entry web-based applications/software and Microsoft Office Suite applications experience.

Physical and Mental Requirements

While performing this role the associate must be able to:

• Hear read/comprehend write and communicate clearly.
• Flexibility to respond as needed at any time day or night.
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time in ambient warehouse conditions.
• Occasionally work at heights and ascend/descend ladders.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Values Shape Our Culture

Respect Give and it will be given.

We treat others as we want to be treated. While we cannot control every event we can always control our response. We build respect through honesty fairness and integrity.

Trust Earned over time.

We do what we say we will do. We are clear direct and honest. We seek to understand and be understood.

Team Accomplish more together.

We work hard toward a common goal. We desire to make everyone successful. We achieve the best results as a team.

Opportunity Realize your potential.

We believe all people have significance and potential. We understand work and life are integrated and we value both. We strive to make an impact in the world around us.

Equal opportunity employer

ODW Logistics is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at ODW Logistics are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or disability status. ODW Logistics will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities success profile characteristics or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

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