Associate HR Business Partner

Human Resources Generalist

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

This role will support daily functions of the Human Resources Department that include but not limited to, hiring and recruitment, orientation and on-boarding, benefit administration, compliance follow-up, data analytics, training, and associate relations. This position will have a balance of administrative and strategic support in the area or business segment they support.

Here's what you'll do:

• Recruitment and hiring: Posting jobs, screening candidates, conduct interviews, extend offers and manage the onboarding process. Support maintaining of various files and documentation.
• Benefits and compliance: Support enrollment for various benefit programs, answering questions on coverage and processing changes. Also, will have knowledge and support of other compliance topics below.
• Support administration of OFCCP programs, goals and training.
• Knowledge of FMLA, leaves and ADA programs.
• Support and administer FLSA compliance standards.
• Investigate and recommend action on unemployment, workers compensation, and EEO claims.
• Performance management: Support the talent cycle, goal setting, writing and delivering performance reviews, and coaching leaders on written and verbal communication.
• Associate relations: Investigate associate concerns, mediate disputes, addressing various complaints and maintaining positive associate relations.
• Strategic partnerships: Partner with HR management and HR Business Partner(s) to provide guidance and counsel to management and/or Associates on associate relations issues and company policies, practices and procedures to include, but not limited to, promotions, demotions, transfers, benefits/open enrollment, leave of absences, return to work programs, worker's compensation, performance evaluations, performance plans, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Project management experience or certification.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) in human resources, business administration or other related field or combination of education and/or experience. PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• Professional in human resources (preferred), PHR or SPHR.
• 1-3 years human resources experience.
• Knowledge of human resources policies and practices. Detailed knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws.
• Ability to provide leadership while partnering with facility management proactively addressing issues, questions and concerns responding with urgency to address human resources needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently on projects, strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office suite of products. (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to travel, including overnight, between 10 and 25% to company locations depending on assigned area or position.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive total rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an equal opportunity employer that invests in associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.