HR Representative

Job Description

Job Description

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Cooper-Booth Wholesale Company (CBW) has been in the wholesale distribution business since 1865 when Booth Tobacco Company was incorporated in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The company continued to grow with the acquisition of Cooper Tobacco and a number of other distributors over the years.

Family owned and operated for three generations, our longevity has been made possible by providing our customers with the best service and value available. Today, CBW is a full-line, full-service wholesale distributor serving retailers in the Mid-Atlantic region, and is recognized as one of the Top 10 leading convenience store wholesalers in the country.

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Join Our HR Team!

Cooper-Booth is seeking an HR Representative to join our Human Resources team as part of our succession planning. This is a planned opportunity to bring a new team member into an established HR department, allowing for knowledge transfer, training, and a smooth transition. 

Position Overview:

The Human Resources (HR) Representative will assist the HR Manager in supporting over 300 employees. The HR Representative will own the hiring process while performing a broad spectrum of duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment plans.
• Utilize various recruitment channels, including job boards, social medical platforms, and professional networks.
• Conduct initial screening of resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates for open positions.
• Coordinate and conduct phone, virtual, and in-person interviews with candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Owns the hiring process; coordinates pre-employment testing and requirements on prospective employees.
• Conducts new hire orientation and supports the onboarding process.
• Develops, edits, maintains, and administers company policies and procedures.
• Functional expert on HRIS and timeclock systems; administers all changes.
• Collaborate with the HR department to identify opportunities for process improvement and develop project timelines to complete goals.
• Assist in evaluation of department and company metrics in relation to established goals.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services provided.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and DOT employment regulations and recordkeeping requirements.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to recruitment and employment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 2 - 4 years' experience in Human Resources.
• PHR certification, preferred.
• Proven experience in recruitment, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of federal and state employment regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to seek out and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize tasks and stay organized.

Benefits:

• Complete medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurances starting the first of the month following 60-days of employment.
• 401(k) after 6 months with 2% employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO); starting at 80 hours your first year.
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health benefits available!
• Ability to purchase products from the warehouse at wholesale price.