BOTTEGA VENETA HR Manager, East Coast & Canada

Summary
Bottega Veneta - Inspiring individuality with innovative craftsmanship since 1966. Under the direction of Matthieu Blazy creativity lies at the heart of all that we do. Born in Vicenza the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a truly global outlook. An inclusive brand with exclusive products Bottega Veneta is as much of a feeling as it is an aesthetic.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an HR Manager who will report to the VP of HR as part of our dynamic team in New York.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in HR generalist management and administration
• Ability to work successfully in an international environment; luxury retail experience a plus
• Knowledge of employee and labor relations laws, regulations and practices; exposure to compensation and benefits a plus
• Capacity to articulate ideas clearly and concisely in a variety of settings, adjusting the message to match the audience
• Superior oral and written communications skills
• Excellent judgment and mature business skills; the ability to develop the trust of senior management
• Facilitation, influencing and coaching and counseling skills essential
• Computer skills including Excel; experience with Ceridian a plus

General Responsibilities:

Proactively manages policies and programs for all employees on the East Coast & Canada, encompassing all areas of HR including: recruitment, development, mobility, performance management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS and payroll administration. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Talent Development

• Manage recruitment process with the Hiring Manager and Senior Retail Leadership team. Create job descriptions, post positions, source resumes and screen candidates, ensure that the hiring manager has developed a 360 induction process and is prepared to welcome and integrate the new hire.
• Manages recruitment and hiring process including developing and maintains relationships with recruitment sources to build the applicant pool, including agencies, networks and LinkedIn
• Works with managers to assess talent and identify opportunities to strengthen the organization through skill-building, recruitment and mobility
• Partners with employees at all levels across the company to better understand and incorporate their needs into training, career-pathing, and development initiatives in relation to Global and Regional guidelines.
• Act as organizational development liaison and advisor to North America leadership team and facilitate organizational development initiatives across the company.

Employee Relations

• Coaches and educates managers and employees in HR skills such as managerial/supervisory, interpersonal communication, organizational assessment, performance management employee development, conflict resolution
• Investigates and provides guidance to managers regarding employee grievances including serious misconduct, harassment, and discrimination
• Coordinates response to complaints and advises managers on appropriate action in addressing grievances
• Ensures compliance with State and Federal labor laws
• Conducts exit interviews for all retail employees

Headcount/Payroll Management

• Monitor employee costs and ensure that they remain within budget
• Investigate any discrepancies vs. the budget and take corrective action as necessary, in partnership with Senior Management

Performance Management (PMP) and Salary Review Process

• Provide guidance to all retail managers throughout the Performance Management Process and ensure that PMP forms are being completed in a timely manner.
• Provide overall support and advice in delivering performance management reviews.
• Provide guidance and support to the Manager in building promotional business cases.
• Coordinate HR Compensation team in determining compensation increase and bonuses and advice managers during the salary review process.

Employee Benefits

• Have thorough knowledge of FMLA guidelines and company leave of absence processes in order to assist employees with inquiries and partner with the Kering Benefits Manager on claims management.
• Assist employees and management teams with payroll questions and inquiries relating to payroll, direct deposits, time off, holiday pay, etc.

Salary Range- New York:

• Annual base salary range of $105,000 to $115,000 USD (plus discretionary bonus).

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms - gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation - enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

EOE M/D/F/V

Job Type
Regular

Start Date
2024-08-05

Schedule
Full time

Organization
Bottega Veneta Inc.