HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

We're looking for an HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support both our Chubbies retail stores and Fulfilled by Solo Brands (FBS) operations. This role will serve as a key partner to field and operations leadership, supporting a large non-exempt employee population across multiple locations.

This is a highly hands-on, people-first role that blends employee relations, compliance, and operational execution. The ideal candidate is experienced in fast-paced environments (retail, fulfillment, or warehouse), is confident navigating complex employee situations, and brings strong working knowledge of UKG and workers' compensation processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Field Partnership & Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary HR partner to Retail (10 stores) and FBS leadership teams
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and terminations
• Coach leaders on managing non-exempt populations, ensuring consistent and compliant practices
• Support talent planning, engagement, and development across field teams

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

• Own end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes across retail and FBS
• Ensure accurate execution of: Offer management, onboarding workflows, and system setup (UKG) and I-9 verification, background checks, and employee documentation
• Manage employee data updates and maintain accurate HR records and files
• Partner cross-functionally (IT, Payroll, Benefits) to ensure a seamless employee experience

Payroll, Compliance & Workforce Management

• Partner with HR Operations to review and audit bi-weekly payroll, including timecards and status changes
• Ensure compliance with wage & hour laws, ACA requirements, and labor regulations
• Guide leaders on scheduling, overtime, and timekeeping practices
• Support audits and reporting to ensure compliance across retail and FBS populations

Workers' Compensation & Leave Management

• Manage and support workers' compensation cases end-to-end, including claim coordination and employee support
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant case management
• Support leave of absence processes and ensure proper documentation and communication

HR Programs & Process Improvement

• Support rollout of HR initiatives and programs across retail and FBS
• Build and refine HR playbooks and standardized processes (onboarding, offboarding, ER, etc.)
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of HR experience, preferably in retail, warehouse, or fulfillment environments
• Strong experience supporting non-exempt employee populations at scale
• Proven experience in employee relations, investigations, and performance management
• Hands-on experience with workers' compensation and leave management
• Experience with UKG (or similar HRIS) strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of wage & hour laws and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• People-first mindset with strong problem-solving skills

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