Parker's Kitchen is hiring: SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF HR in Port Wentworth

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Description

The Senior Vice President of Human Resources is responsible for leading the overall strategic direction of the human resources function and ensuring the alignment of HR strategies with the organization’s business objectives. This role is critical in shaping company culture, driving talent acquisition, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. This role oversees all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, training and development, compensation and benefits. The SVP of Human Resources will collaborate closely with operations, finance, marketing and other departments to align HR strategy with the organization’s growth objectives.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Drive company culture initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and engaged work environment across all levels of the organization.
2. Act as a strategic business partner to the business; design, build, and execute strategic HR programs that drive exceptional business performance. Lead organizational change initiatives to achieve improvements in organizational effectiveness.
3. Manage and develop HR staff, including HR Generalists, HRIS Specialists, Employee Relations, Benefits, Total Rewards, Training & Development and Recruiting. Oversee employee development planning and activities for direct and indirect HR reports.
4. Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures. Prepare and maintain employee handbooks outlining policies and procedures.
5. Oversee benefits administration, including change reporting, payment approvals, and annual evaluations for cost-effectiveness and quality.
6. Implement and annually update the compensation program; rewrite job descriptions as necessary; conduct annual salary surveys; analyze compensation; monitor the performance evaluation program and revise as necessary.
7. Establish and maintain department records and reports. Manage the use of HRIS and time-keeping system processes.
8. Oversee the development of recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.
9. Partner with Senior Leadership to implement and manage talent development programs, succession planning, and leadership development programs.
10. Ensure performance management systems effectively support employee development and accountability.
11. Lead organizational change initiatives to achieve improvements in organization effectiveness.
12. Develop effective working relationships, influencing, and challenging the senior management team on the development of their people.

1. Strong leadership and management abilities.
2. Proven experience in strategic HR program development.
3. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
4. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
5. Ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership.
6. Accountable to act with integrity, adhere to company expectations of performance and behavior; abide by work rules, and demonstrate high standards of moral and ethical conduct at all times.
7. Abide by company policies and procedures as established in the Employee Handbook and all training materials.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR is preferred).
2. 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role, preferably within retail, convenience stores, or multi-unit environments.
3. Strong understanding of labor laws, compliance, and risk management in a multi-location retail environment.
4. Proven experience in talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational development.
5. Expertise in compensation strategy, benefits management, and HR technology platforms (HRIS, ATS, etc.).
6. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across all levels of the organization.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees, managers, and executive leadership.
8. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic HR initiatives that align with business goals.

1. Prolonged periods sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer.
2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.