Director of People & Talent

Description

The Drexel Way:

We don’t just sell lumber; we Supply. Happiness. Drexel is Team Member-owned and community-driven. With six retail hubs and three manufacturing plants across Wisconsin, we’ve been a Top Workplace every year since 2011. Why? Because we hire for heart and train for skill. When you join Team Blue, you aren't just a team member - you’re an owner.

The Mission:

As the Director of People & Talent, your primary objective is to lead, align, and elevate our People & Talent Keeper Team using strong business acumen and metrics-based decision making. You are responsible for directing our field-based "Keeper" team (HR Business Partners), managing (Downtown | HQ) shared services, overseeing the "Connector of Happiness" administrative function, and partnering with the VP of People & Talent on company-wide talent strategy. As a superior communicator and agile leader, you ensure our people strategy adapts rapidly to changing business needs while executing flawlessly from our Downtown shared services teams to the shop floor.

Defining the Role:

• Keeper Team Leadership: Coach, support, and empower our field Keepers who are "close to the fire" across retail branches and manufacturing plants, ensuring consistent, data-backed HR support and engagement.
• Downtown Shared Services Management: Oversee Downtown services, including Field Solutions, IT, Finance, Sales Leaders, Fulfillment teams to ensure smooth backend operations.
• Business Acumen & Strategic Partnering: Partner directly with the VP of People & Talent on organizational design, team coaching, and talent strategy, translating P&L goals into HR action plans.
• Data Analytics & Metrics-Based Execution: Utilize HR metrics, retention data, and performance analytics to guide decision-making and measure the ROI of People & Talent programs.
• Agile Operations & Superior Communication: Pivot quickly in response to operational shifts while maintaining clear, transparent, and inspiring communication across all company tiers.
• Connector of Happiness: Direct and support our Connector of Happiness and administrative team, fostering a warm, high-energy Downtown environment.

The Essentials:

• Business Acumen & Analytical Mindset: Demonstrated experience using HR metrics and financial intelligence to drive workforce decisions and organizational strategy.
• Superior Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to articulate vision, deliver constructive feedback, and communicate persuasively with executives, field teams, and frontline crew members.
• Agility & Adaptability: Proven capacity to pivot quickly in a fast-paced, evolving business environment without sacrificing quality or team alignment.
• HR Leadership Experience: Proven track record leading People & Talent teams managing central People & Talent shared services in a multi-site environment.

What Success Looks Like:

Performance is measured by your direct impact on team member engagement, operational efficiency, and talent strategy execution:

• Data-Driven ROI: Measurable improvement in retention, turnover costs, and operational productivity tied to P&T strategy.
• Agile Execution: Smooth, swift adaptation to shifting organizational priorities supported by clear communication.
• Keeper Team Alignment: Strong alignment, coaching, and performance across all field-based Keepers.
• Workload Driver: The primary workload metric is the successful leadership, operational health, and strategic execution across our company-wide People & Talent function.

The Drexel Advantage:

The Wealth-Builder (Ownership)

• ESOP Shares: We don’t just work here; we own the place. You’ll earn a real stake in the company’s success.
• Profit Sharing: When Drexel wins, our team wins.
• 401k: A solid foundation for your long-term retirement goals.

Health & Well-Being

• Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family "weather-proof."
• Fitness Reimbursements: Annual funds dedicated to your physical health and family activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support when life gets complex.

Life & Legacy

• Immediate Paid Time Off: Start with Holiday and Vacation pay from day one.
• Scholarship Program: We’re invested in the next generation—educational support for the children of our team members.
• Annual Charity Match: We’ll double your impact on the causes you care about most.

The "Drexel" Lifestyle

• Birthday PTO: A paid day off to celebrate you.
• Product Discounts: Special pricing on the high-quality materials we sell.
• Plus More: A constant stream of "fun little perks" that make the yard a great place to be.

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