[Hiring] People Director @Genuine Parts Company

Role Description

NAPA Auto Parts is seeking an experienced and energetic People Director to join our Midwest division team. This role is remote but will cover the Midwest. Must be open to travel.

The People Director is a pivotal member of the team, responsible for executing the HR Strategy, Human Resources Managers, and Management Teams for NAPA Stores. They contribute to company performance by providing strategic consulting on people and organization development strategies in support of the business objectives. Performs HR related duties at the professional level while supporting more than one functional group. Responsibilities include:

• Data-backed decision-making approach, people analytics - collecting and applying organizational, people, and talent data to improve critical business outcomes.
• Growth mindset, continual succession planning, upskilling, creating a talent pipeline.
• High degree of self-motivation and initiative in managing multiple projects, contributing to group goals, and driving results.
• Partner with the leadership team to formulate, develop, implement and evaluate a HR and Talent Management Strategy.
• Acts as change agent to business through process design and approaches that support change and transformation.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR peers to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Mitigate legal risk to the organization through proactive training and education.
• Talent planning, talent management, strategic workforce planning, performance management.
• Conducts ongoing supply and demand analysis for business partners on current and future state staffing and skill needs.
• Grows and conserves network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates.
• Maintain current knowledge and application of all relevant laws and regulations relating to employment.
• Evaluates issues, patterns, and trends to provide initiative-taking insights for HR solution and program designs.
• Partners with Payroll; HRIS; Compensation and Benefits functions as needed.
• Integrates supply chain strategies into HR practices.
• Partners with Sr. Director of Human Resources to grow the capacity of the organization’s key talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience in Human Resources or related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of HR generalist experience partnering directly with senior leadership.
• Experience supervising and developing staff.
• Experience implementing strategies and systems for talent management, compensation, benefits, and HR technology.
• Strong business acumen and leadership abilities.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and compliance issues.
• Ability to listen and probe to understand underlying needs and/or root cause of an issue.
• Ability to provide thoughtful, progressive and strategic guidance.
• Expertise in analysis, critical decision making, project management, and process improvement.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems.
• Ability to identify, influence, and collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Outstanding judgement, sensitivity and high discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• HRCI and/or SHRM Certification required.
• MBA.
• Supply Chain Management.
• Leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others.
• Delivers results and drives customer success.
• Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically.
• Develops high-performing teams by providing inclusive leadership.

People Capabilities

• Business Acumen: Must possess industry, organization and financial knowledge.
• Strategic Consulting: Must be able to provide consultative problem-solving.
• Relationship Management: Must promote collaboration, networking, persuasion and influence.
• Data Judgement: Must be able to provide data foundations, interpretation and storytelling.
• Talent Management: Provide strategic HR expertise, employee experience management.
• Agility: Must lead with a growth mindset and drive innovation.

Physical Demands/Working Environment

• Must be able to travel to multi-site locations as needed.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave.
• Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.