HR Excellence Specialist

Role Overview The HR Excellence Specialist is a strategic individual contributor role designed to strengthen the execution, consistency, and impact of HR across the U.S. organization while supporting select global HR initiatives. This role partners closely with U.S. HR leadership and global stakeholders to drive high-impact HR projects, operational standards, and scalable solutions that support business growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Project Support Lead and support key U.S. and global HR initiatives, including HRIS implementations, compensation and job architecture projects, policy harmonization, and process standardization. Translate global HR strategies into practical, executable solutions aligned to U.S. regulatory and operational requirements. Serve as a trusted project partner to U.S. HR leadership, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and outcomes are met. HR Operational Excellence Support the development and maintenance of HR standards, toolkits, and operating models to drive consistency across U.S. sites. Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks within HR processes and recommend data-driven improvements. Ensure HR practices align with compliance requirements, internal controls, and organizational expectations. Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration Partner with global HR teams to align priorities, share best practices, and support enterprise-wide initiatives. Collaborate with Field HR, Talent, Total Rewards, and Operations leaders to ensure HR solutions are practical and business-aligned. Act as a connector between strategy and execution across multiple stakeholders. Data, Reporting & Insights Support HR reporting, dashboards, and analytics tied to key initiatives and leadership priorities. Prepare clear, concise materials for executive updates, decision-making, and governance forums. Why This Role Matters This role is a critical enabler of HR effectiveness and credibility. The HR Excellence Specialist plays a visible role in shaping how HR delivers value to the business by ensuring strategic initiatives are executed with rigor, consistency, and impact. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated involvement in strategic HR projects. Experience supporting cross-functional or enterprise-level initiatives within HR. Strong project management, organization, and execution skills. Ability to operate independently while influencing without authority. High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism. Preferred Experience working in a matrixed or global organization. Exposure to HRIS implementations, compensation frameworks, or HR standardization efforts. Logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment experience. Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Job Details Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources, Strategy/Planning, and General Business Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Schnellecke Logistics USA