Human Resources (HR) Manager

HR Manager

Location: Columbia, MO (Preferred)
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Director of HR

Join One of the Fastest Growing Cannabis Companies in the Midwest

Shangri-La is a rapidly expanding cannabis organization operating retail dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing operations, and corporate support functions across multiple states. As we continue to scale, we are looking for an experienced and resourceful HR Manager to help support our people, strengthen our processes, and build the infrastructure needed for long-term growth.

This is not a traditional HR role focused solely on administration. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, building systems, improving processes, and partnering with leaders to drive business results.

The HR Manager will serve as a key member of the Human Resources team, supporting a workforce of approximately 300 employees across multiple states and business units. This position will work closely with operations leaders, department directors, and executive leadership to ensure our HR practices remain compliant, scalable, and employee-focused.

If you are someone who enjoys finding answers, navigating complex situations, and creating solutions where none currently exist, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do

Human Resources Operations

• Support day-to-day HR operations across retail, cultivation, manufacturing, and corporate teams.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment-related questions.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HRIS systems with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with organizational planning, workforce development, and strategic HR initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Recruiting

• Manage recruiting workflows and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruiting strategies.
• Coordinate interviews, candidate communications, background checks, offers, and onboarding activities.
• Support employer branding efforts and help create a best-in-class candidate experience.

Payroll, Benefits & Compensation

• Assist with payroll administration, audits, deductions, tax compliance, and reporting.
• Manage employee benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, vendor relationships, and employee questions.
• Support compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, pay adjustments, and job description development.
• Assist leadership with compensation planning and workforce budgeting initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor changing labor regulations and recommend policy updates as needed.
• Support unemployment claims, leave administration, accommodations, workers' compensation, and regulatory audits.
• Conduct workplace investigations and assist with employee relations matters.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Partner with managers on coaching, performance concerns, corrective action, and employee development.
• Support performance management programs and accountability initiatives.
• Help foster a positive, professional, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on employee engagement and retention strategies.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

• Develop and improve HR policies, procedures, SOPs, forms, and workflows.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes through technology and automation.
• Assist with acquisitions, new facility launches, workforce expansions, and other strategic growth initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects supporting company growth and operational excellence.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and employee relations.
• Experience supporting payroll administration and employee benefits programs.
• Working knowledge of compensation structures, salary benchmarking, and pay practices.
• Experience utilizing HRIS systems, payroll platforms, and applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with employees at all levels of the organization.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently and solve problems proactively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. (Preferred)
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification. (Preferred)
• Multi-state HR experience.
• Experience supporting retail, manufacturing, cultivation, healthcare, cannabis, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience supporting organizations with rapid growth, acquisitions, or multi-location operations.

Why Shangri-La?

At Shangri-La, we're building something special. We are a company that values innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As we expand into new markets and continue investing in our people and operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of our organization.

You'll work directly with company leadership, have visibility into major business initiatives, and play an active role in building HR programs that support our long-term growth strategy.

If you're looking for a position where you can make an impact, take ownership, and help build the future of a growing cannabis organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Shangri-La is an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrates diversity in the workplace.