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Sr. HR Business Partner (Philadelphia)

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Whole Foods Market

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Philadelphia
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AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 4-6 years HR experience, strong labor relations knowledge, and familiarity with HR systems. Must excel in communication, conflict management, and team support.
  • You will lead TMS projects, coach partners, analyze metrics, support talent management, drive initiatives, and ensure compliance while providing excellent service to Team Members and leaders.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 4-6 years of relevant HR experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to support leaders in building and maintaining effective retail teams.
  • Strong understanding of Human Resources concepts, practices, programs, and methodologies.
  • Understands company Human Resources policies, practices, and expectations.
  • Previous experience working in labor relations.
  • Understands and is able to apply parameters of labor issues including FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, and Leave of Absence to effectively route related matters to the appropriate COE.
  • Working knowledge of HRMS systems and programs.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local, Human Resources regulations, and how these are applied within WFM.
  • Knowledge of how people go through organizational change, change processes, change management best practice principles, methodologies, and tools.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Kronos, Workday, and other HRIS.
  • Builds engaging relationships with stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication.
  • Adjusts communication approach to specific situations and audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict.
  • Mediates difficult interactions; escalates problems as appropriate.
  • Communicates and demonstrates support for TMS or Company decisions even if inconsistent from own point of view.
  • Makes sound recommendations decisions based on available information.
  • Analyzes available metrics quickly and identifies trends and opportunities.
  • Engages in preliminary analysis of collected data and reports findings to senior TMS Team Members or Team Leaders.
  • Possesses clear understanding of business objectives of WFM and supports region / stores.
  • Understand how effective people and organizational management systems can differentiate WFM from competition.
  • Understands retail operations and stays continually involved in our evolving business.
  • Culture Advocate.
  • Team-player with positive attitude.
  • Works effectively with others, in groups, in cross-functional settings, and with diverse groups of stakeholders internally and externally.
  • Champions Whole Foods Markets Leadership Principles and Core Values, aligned to our Higher Purpose.
  • Displays a strong level of customer service.
  • Ability to independently facilitate TM trainings on various TMS topics.
  • Ability to physically perform general office requirements.
  • Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to travel as required in support of multiple location coverage.

Responsibilities

  • High degree of responsibility and/or leads one or more of the TMS programs or projects.
  • Work in coordination with legal department on labor relations.
  • Responsible for coaching and developing IC4 level TMS Business Partners to become proficient as an IC5 level business partner.
  • Supports and drives initiatives for not only their locations but the region and TMS BP team.
  • Partners with Leaders of multiple levels to support business objectives and Talent Management.
  • Routinely analyzes TMS metrics and trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations to ensure a well-staffed, healthy environment for our Team Members, Leaders, and Customers.
  • Supports assigned organizations through provision of and or advice relating to various TMS programs and processes including:
  • Performance Management, Talent Assessment, and Team Member Development
  • Leader Development
  • Succession and Attrition Planning
  • Recruiting and Staffing
  • Total Rewards
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Recognition
  • Responsible for engaging and consulting with operational or functional leaders on talent, leadership, people strategy, organizational development, rewards, and culture.
  • Supports Team Members’ communication, education, and advice on all TMS programs and systems.
  • Supports bi-annual TM Connections to identify areas of opportunity and strengths for each location.
  • Provides excellent customer service to all Team Members through either direct support of by directing
  • TMs and Leaders to the appropriate resources.
  • Recommends system and process improvements for related TMS functions.
  • Partners with Global TMS teams on special projects and assignments.
  • Provides local support for global programs, rollouts, and initiatives.
  • Supports client understanding and compliance with applicable company policies and practices.
  • Ensures all legal and employment postings are visible and current.
  • Maintains an open-door policy for all Team Members.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior HR Business Partner?

The primary responsibility of the Senior HR Business Partner is to work closely with TMS Centers of Excellence (COEs) and Store Operations to drive talent development, succession planning, training, and team member engagement to enhance retention and maintain optimal staffing levels for key store-based positions.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A bachelor’s degree and 4-6 years of relevant HR experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience are required for this role.

What kind of experience is preferred for this position?

Previous experience in labor relations, a strong understanding of human resources concepts and practices, and knowledge of federal and local human resources regulations are preferred for this position.

How does the Senior HR Business Partner support leadership?

The Senior HR Business Partner engages with leaders at multiple levels to support their business objectives and talent management needs, coaching and developing other HR business partners as needed.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion in this role?

Yes, the Senior HR Business Partner will support diversity and inclusion initiatives as part of their responsibilities.

What tools or systems should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have a working knowledge of HRMS systems and programs, as well as strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Kronos, Workday, and other HRIS.

Will the Senior HR Business Partner travel for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel as needed to support multiple location coverage.

What type of working environment can employees expect?

Employees can expect a general office environment with the ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

How is relationship management emphasized in this role?

The Senior HR Business Partner is expected to build engaging relationships with stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication, adjusting their communication approach as necessary for different situations and audiences.

How does Whole Foods Market ensure equal employment opportunities?

Whole Foods Market provides fair and equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates, hiring and promoting individuals solely based on their qualifications and business needs.

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Whole Foods Market

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Whole Foods was founded in 1980 on the belief that where food comes from, and how it’s grown, matters. It meant creating quality standards, working with suppliers who achieve them, and sharing that information with our customers. And it radically changed the way people understood and shopped for food. The result has been the highest quality natural and organic products, an unmatched experience in more than 500+ stores, with a passionate team of over 90,000 team members, 5 percent of our total net profits given back to our communities each year, and millions of customers who put their trust in us every day.