HR Business Partner

Job Type


Full-time

Description

LOGISTICS FOR THE INDUSTRIOUS

At Venture, we help our clients deliver their products, their promises, and their potential every day. If you believe in delivering great customer service, value partnership, and are always looking for a challenge, we'd like to meet you.


POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) plays a key role in supporting the organization's people strategy by delivering HR services across a range of functional areas, including employee relations, training and development, talent acquisition, benefits administration, and onboarding. This role requires a perceptive and empathetic professional who can build strong relationships at all levels of the organization while balancing employee advocacy with business objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Partner with management to develop and implement HR programs, policies, and solutions that enhance employee engagement, productivity, and retention while mitigating organizational risk
• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication
• Provide guidance and interpretation of HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives to support employee growth and organizational goals
• Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure effectiveness and alignment with business needs
• Contribute to the development of departmental goals, objectives, and systems that support strategic HR initiatives
• Work alongside our Benefits Specialist to administer employee benefits programs, including communication, enrollment, eligibility tracking, and annual open enrollment coordination
• Analyze HR metrics and reports to assess departmental performance and recommend improvements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and generate reports as needed
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to leadership for continuous improvement
• Collaborates with Talent Acquisition team to support recruitment efforts, including coordinating interviews, facilitating onboarding, and ensuring a smooth candidate experience for exempt, non-exempt, temporary, and student positions as needed
• Oversee the performance management process and recommend enhancements as needed
• Coordinate employee recognition programs to support a culture of appreciation and engagement
• Process unemployment claims and respond to notices in a timely and accurate manner
• Ensure compliance with employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) and conduct periodic audits
• Support and help coordinate employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, short-term disability, and other leave types, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies
• Demonstrate a consistently positive and professional demeanor, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Encourage constructive dialogue for the team, even during periods of change or challenge
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Uphold confidentiality standards in all communications and decisions, ensuring trust and compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of employee interactions in accordance with HR policy

OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Support planning and communication for Social Committee events
• Prepare HR content for online community groups
• Assist with Driver Recruiting to organize and execute Driver and Employee Appreciation Week activities
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, along with being available in an on-call status
• Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist or HR business partner role
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and employment law
• Experience supporting or advising managers and employees across various departments or business units
• Strong documentation skills with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records related to HR processes, employee interactions, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and EEO
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to other onsite locations as needed

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or other HR certification strongly preferred
• Experience in a multi-site or matrixed organization
• Familiarity with leave of absence administration (FMLA, short-term disability, etc.)
• Previous experience in trucking and logistics/supply chain environments

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally
• Understanding of business operations and the ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive information
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others, promoting a team environment
• Accepts constructive criticism with professionalism and uses it as a tool for continuous learning and skill enhancement
• Effectively communicates with personnel at all organizational levels, both internal and external, to foster collaboration and drive process improvements
• Strong listening skills to fully understand customer concerns, able to respond with thoughtful solutions, and handle criticism constructively and without emotional reactivity
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sedentary in nature
• Repetitive computer and telephone usage
• Periodic inter office movement to communicate with others
• Ability to work and stay focused in a fast-paced office environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast paced, high volume work environment

OTHER INFORMATION

• The essential job functions and major job functions are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform.
• Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Pay
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Generous Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match from day 1
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

This Position Description is not intended to guarantee, and does not guarantee, ongoing employment or employment for a definite term, either in this position or with the Company. Absent an enforceable written contract to the contrary, and to the fullest extent allowed by federal, state and local law, an employee's employment relationship with the Company is at-will.