Human Resources Business Partner

HR Business Partner

Amer Sports is a dynamic, global sports company home to world-class brands including Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, and Atomic. In this role, you will directly impact our consumer experience by ensuring our logistics network runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. We are a company where ambitious, competent, and motivated people make their mark. Just like our customers, we are dedicated to an active lifestyle and sports. Join us.

What You'll Do

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) drives business results by aligning human resources strategies with operational goals in a high-volume, fast-paced distribution center. This role requires an exceptionally adaptable leader who utilizes data-driven insights and elite communication skills to resolve complex employee relations issues, build high-performing teams, and deliver impactful training.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the primary expert on frontline and leadership employee relations issues.
• Conduct objective, thorough investigations into high-risk complaints and policy violations.
• De-escalate workplace conflicts using advanced interpersonal and mediation skills.
• Maintain a highly visible, accessible, and trusted presence on the warehouse floor.
• Ensure absolute compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws.
• Partner closely with the Site Leader and facility safety representative to strengthen safety culture, ensure OSHA and company compliance, and support continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

Training & Talent Development

• Design, develop, and facilitate targeted training programs for frontline supervisors.
• Coach warehouse managers on leadership capabilities, communication styles, and performance management.
• Partner with site leadership on talent assessment, succession planning, and leadership development to build a strong pipeline of future leaders across the distribution center.
• Lead culture initiatives to build morale and foster a collaborative, safe facility environment.
• Optimize onboarding programs to drive immediate team integration and frontline retention.
• Drive retention initiatives by identifying turnover trends, improving employee engagement, and partnering with operations leadership to enhance the overall employee experience.

Data Analytics & HR Technology

• Utilize advanced Excel capabilities and HRIS platforms to audit and manage workforce data.
• Manage employee records fluidly utilizing Workday and ADP systems.
• Track operational metrics like turnover, absenteeism, and engagement trends.
• Translate complex data into actionable talent insights for the operations leadership team.

Operational Flexibility & Strategic Partnership

• Partner with logistics leadership to manage organizational change, peak seasonal surges, and warehouse growth.
• Enforce company policies objectively while remaining agile to evolving business demands.
• Support a 24/7 operation by occasionally adjusting hours to engage with night or weekend shifts.

What We're Looking For

This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of HR/generalist experience. The successful candidate is a resilient, proactive problem-solver who thrives in an autonomous environment while remaining deeply collaborative. You must be comfortable balancing strategic HR planning with the gritty, fast-moving realities of supply chain operations. Other qualifications include:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience within a high-volume distribution, logistics, or manufacturing setting.
• Deep functional knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and wage-and-hour regulations.

Required Core Competencies

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills across diverse audiences, from frontline workers to executives.
• Conflict Resolution: Proven mastery in investigation techniques, mediation, and risk mitigation.
• Analytical Aptitude: Ability to manipulate large datasets, identify workforce trends, and present findings visually.
• Adaptability: Proven resilience and emotional intelligence in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual language skills (English/Spanish or relevant local demographic language).
• Hands-on system administrator experience with Workday and ADP.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).

What We'll Provide

This role is based at the Distribution Center (warehouse) for our Amer Sports Winter & Outdoor category of Brands in the city of Ogden, Utah--the gateway to the many exciting ski areas and other outdoor recreation.

We offer a great working environment in the sports industry with talented & passionate colleagues all over the world! Other benefits and perks include:

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay
• Life insurance, pre-tax transit benefit program
• Discounts on Amer Sports products
• Healthy Lifestyle Benefit

Amer Sports is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.