Director, HR Business Partner

Build A Better Career With MSC

Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.

The HR Business Partner III supports complex or dispersed organizations, supporting the most senior executives at MSC, and/or organizations of over 1,000 associates. The HR Business Partner III has management responsibility for one or more HR Business Partners. The HR Business Partner works with assigned business unit(s) on a wide variety of Human Resources issues, strategies, and initiatives, including but not limited to: management advising and consultation, associate relations, talent acquisition, performance management, talent and leadership development, succession planning, workforce planning, and associate engagement. The HR Business Partner has a clear understanding of the business needs, challenges appropriately, and assists business leaders and senior executives in developing and executing people strategies to address those business needs. A key component of this role is the ability to build trust, credibility, and collaborative relationships in order to consult with business leaders and add value. The HR Business Partner leads and drives organizational change within the company in support of business strategy and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The HR Business Partner is fully accountable for the implementation of HR-related processes, practices, policies and outcomes within the assigned business unit(s).
• The HR Business Partner manages and provides leadership to other HRBPs within the organization that he/she supports.
• The HR Business Partner works with leaders and executives to address associate relations and performance issues.
• The HRBP collaborates with HR subject matter experts (e.g. compensation, benefits, recruiting, talent & organization development, etc.) to implement strategies and solutions to address business needs, and organizational and operational improvement.
• The HRBP provides strategic direction to development and administration of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the need of the business, associates, and managers with the strategic goals.
• Leads and drives MSC’s people strategies.
• Strategizes with leadership to support the business unit’s objectives from a human capital perspective.
• Plays an active role in leading change within the business unit. Plans for and develops the appropriate organizational effectiveness, alignment, structure, support systems, etc. to enhance the unit’s progress towards sustained high performance.
• Assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and seeks to develop integrated solutions. Partners with organizational leadership to develop solutions.
• Advises leadership on company policies, procedures, and employment and labor law. Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of associates, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with Associate Relations Department as needed/required.
• Effectively balances the needs of the business, managers, and associates.
• Leads and coaches leadership in identifying and addressing development gaps using the individual development plans and tools, performance management processes, and training and development. Identifies development needs for business units, including individual coaching and/or mentoring needs.
• Coaches and consults with leadership regarding associate relations.
• Coaches and consults with leadership regarding strategic and workforce planning activities such as organizational structure and effectiveness, staffing solutions, workforce development, succession planning, and diversity. Reaches out to internal and external resources as needed.
• Coaches and consults with leadership on compensation and benefits administration, including job descriptions, rewards and recognition programs, salary recommendations, annual merit and incentive processes, and certain benefits.
• Formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and associates.
• Works closely with management and associates to develop and maintain positive associate relations, including building associate morale and engagement, increasing productivity and retention, and effectively addressing issues as they occur.
• Provides business unit input and strategic direction for HR and company-wide policies, programs, and initiatives.
• Performs all duties inherent in the role of an MSC Manager including hiring, termination, review and development of associates.
• Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC’s vision and unity of purpose.
• Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, with emphasis in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Behavioral Science or related area preferred.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• Minimum of ten years experience in Human Resources, with a minimum of five years as an HR Business Partner required.
• Prior leadership experience required.

Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines including compensation practices, organizational design/development, associate relations, diversity, performance and talent management, and federal and state employment laws required.
• Experience in resolving complex associate relations issues.
• Superior consulting and client management skills.
• Ability to critically think through ambiguous and sensitive situations. Proven judgment in complex situations.
• Superior conflict management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to influence people.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong ability to make effective presentations in front of groups and facilitate meetings.
• Ability to develop credibility and strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.
• Ability to take initiative to identify and anticipate business unit needs and make recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate sensitive situations, gather facts and data, solicit feedback and make well thought out recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and coach HR professionals in a Business Partner model.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects/work initiatives at one time.
• Strong business acumen, including working knowledge of business metrics, accounting principles and budgeting experience.
• Demonstrated ability to use business tools and computer software programs (e.g. e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet and project management).
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.

Other Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel up to 30% of the time are required.

Compensation starting at $132160 - $207680 depending on candidate location and experience.

The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries, and the cost of labor in respective cities. Actual compensation is based on the candidate’s relevant experience, education requirements and peer pay equity. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position at this time.

This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 business days from the original posting date or longer as needed to fill the position.

People. Collaboration. Insight. That’s how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 80+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.

Our associates are our top priority and investing in their well-being is one way we execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise. Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family’s health, well-being and financial future. We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness.

You will also have the opportunity to join our Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Generational, Veterans, HOLA, and Able. These circles are open to all associates and are designed to promote awareness, collaboration, and respect.

At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex