Chief People Officer

In 2008, Columbia Distributing, Mt. Hood Beverage, and Gold River Distributing united to form Columbia Distributing as we know it today. With this merger and the 2018 acquisitions of Marine View Beverage and General Distributors, Inc., our company is now one of the Top 5 largest beer/wine distributors in the US. Size is not our only distinction, however, as Columbia Distributing boasts an extensive selection of beverages, including craft beer, wine and spirits.Columbia Distributing’s success lies in the teamwork of the roughly 3,000 employees spread throughout 27 locations in Oregon and Washington, who every day come together to execute on a common vision.Based on the success of the company and our future growth plans, Columbia Distributing is looking for a Chief People Officer to join the executive team where it will lead the overall people strategy of the company.ABOUT THE ROLEReporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief People Officer (CPO) will develop and execute the People strategy for the organization and partner with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to execute on the vision. The CPO will serve as a thought partner to the CEO and ELT, provide advisory services with regards to leadership, coaching, employee relations, talent acquisition, engagement, compensation, organizational design and change, performance management, learning and development. This role involves leading initiatives that support Columbia’s business objectives, enhance the employee experience and engagement, and ensure our continued ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent. The CPO will champion and further Columbia’s organizational culture while directly leading all aspects of the human resources function.The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of best practices, and the ability to navigate complex organizational challenges. The role requires a high level of integrity, autonomy, confidentiality, and professionalism. The CPO will play a critical role in shaping the future of our organization and ensuring that our people are engaged, motivated, and aligned with our mission and values.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic LeadershipDevelop and implement a People strategy that aligns with the overall mission and strategy of the organization.Act as a strategic partner to all members of the ELT and proactively provide insightful, innovative thinking and problem solving on critical HR issues.Gain an understanding of the organization and participate fully in all strategic deliberations.Optimize the People function/team, modernize and refine key processes and activities aligned toward achieving strategic objectives.Provide guidance on special projects, analytics & reporting, talent reviews, training, change management, organizational design, and cultural initiatives.Talent ManagementOversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process to ensure we attract high quality candidates who align with our company values.Proactively manage resource allocation and maintain a competitive approach to recruiting and assimilating high-potential talent throughout all branches.Implement and manage programs for employee learning and development, performance management, and career progression.Design and implement succession planning strategies to ensure continuity of leadership and critical roles.Advise on people programs and processes to enhance talent attraction, retention, development, and succession.Coach and mentor organizational leaders for leadership bench strength capable of addressing the challenges of a highly dynamic organization.Organizational CultureFoster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture that supports employee engagement, satisfaction, retention and ultimately, business results.Develop and implement initiatives that promote the organization’s core values.Develop relationships with the employees and become someone who is sought for advice and counsel on HR, cultural and organizational issues.HR OperationsLead and oversee the design and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs that are compliant with legal requirements and aligned with industry standards.Analyze market trends and adjust programs as necessary to remain competitive.Develop and implement people policies and procedures that promote fairness, consistency, and compliance.Mediation of employee relations and performance issues.Leverage data and analytics to drive decision-making.Ensure HRIS systems and processes are efficient, scalable, and support business needs.Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and industry standards.Manage and mitigate people related risks, including legal and regulatory issues.Stay current on industry trends and best practices.Interact with vendors and external partners to create and maintain relationships and negotiate contracts.Partner with legal to ensure compliance & mitigate organizational risks.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSBachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree or MBA preferred. Certifications in HR helpful (SPHR, GPHR). 15+ years of relevant business experience ideal.Solid knowledge of all facets of Human Resources.Excellent communications skills - written, verbal and interpersonal.Results-driven, agile, change agent.Unquestionable personal integrity, fairness and credibility.Passionate about the mission of the Company.Interested in Learning More?180one is a retained search firm and has been engaged by Columbia Distributing to manage this search. If interested in learning more about the opportunity, please contact Tom Haley /503.334.1350/ tom@180one.com

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