Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in New York. Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule are three days a week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. As a Human Resources Generalist, you will manage all aspects of the Human Resources department in coordination with the Sr. Human Resources Manager and HR Centers of Excellence. This role will be responsible for deploying policies and programs for onboarding, offboarding, compensation, engagement, employee retention, recognition, and employee development. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a willingness to learn and work collaboratively. This role will exhibit discretion, strong problem solving and decision-making skills, and adaptability to changing priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Business Acumen & HR Expertise: Supports basic workforce planning including workforce analysis and forecasting. Tracks key metrics within business (e.g., turnover, open positions, etc.) Participates in collaborating with cross-functional partners to accomplish shared business objectives. Executes change management within business support areas. Supports basic HR administration and executes tasks such as new hire onboarding, processing paperwork, employee data entry, etc. Support performance management and employee development efforts in partnership with managers Provide HR guidance and triage employee concerns, partnering with HR Managers to address more complex employee relations matters
• Relationship & Interpersonal: Establishes a broad base of relationships to provide support at various levels of team members and leaders. Exhibits tact and diplomacy to communicate ideas in a concise and logical way. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally along with being able to tailor messages to different audiences. Support promoting culture of collaboration, belonging and engagement.
• Influencing & Consulting: Interprets and advise on basic HR issues (i.e. Employee Relations, Policies, etc.). Provides data and insights to support conversations driving people processes such as Performance Management, Engagement, etc. Supports execution of strategic plans to address workplace environment and retention issues.
• Talent Planning & Risk Management: Execute transactional tasks including sharing updated org charts, assessment reporting and data to support story telling. Supports drafting requisitions/descriptions to ensure a smooth process with job posting & functional leader meetings. Anticipate support needed for talent planning discussions with functional leaders
• People Analytics: Collects and verifies employee data for reporting and analysis. Prepare basic reports (e.g., headcount, turnover, demographic metrics) using HR Systems. Responds to ad hoc data requests from managers and HR leaders. Ensures data integrity by maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Significant exposure to HRIS systems. Experience with Oracle PeopleSoft, Kronos, and Success Factors a plus
• Strong analytical skills and experience with HR data reporting and analysis
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Ability to prioritize; must have strong organization, time management, and follow-up skills
• Passion for delivering results through people
• Ability to demonstrate high levels of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of team members
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills

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Benefits:

• Annual base salary range is $67,000 - $80,000 /yr.
• Foot Locker Benefits: Employee Discount, Paid Time Off, Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage, 401(k) | Roth 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Opportunities for Advancement, Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses, Strong Company Culture, Employee Resource Groups