Senior HR Generalist, Employee Relations and Recruitment

Smith Gardens is a wholesale nursery company that is headquartered in Bellingham, Washington, and has been family owned for over 100 years with facilities in three states.

Growing annuals and perennials, growing our relationships with partners, growing our love of gardening, and growing our team’s passion and expertise in horticulture—all for the benefit of the consumers who love to garden.

Whether we are out in the greenhouses or working in the office, our Smith Gardens team is dedicated to delivering the healthiest plants on the market for the biggest impact on our partners’ shelves and in our customers’ gardens.

We encourage personal growth and continued education so that each member of our Smith Gardens family succeeds. Achieving the quality we strive for in our products and culture is truly a team effort, and every role is vital.

Nurturing growth, collaboration and community is in our nature. We have an exciting opportunity for an HRGtojoin our Human Resources Department. This Sr HR Generalist is responsible for setting the recruitment strategy for the Merchandising team and for building a strong partnership with the Regional Merchandising Managers (RMM) and field Merchandising Supervisors (MS) in areas such as recruiting, training and development, policy and procedures and employee relations. Ensure consistency and fairness in the administration of company policies and procedures. Support the Transportation leaders (HO) in the areas of strategic planning and process improvement. Work closely with HR Director to develop standard work of company-wide HR policies and programs

Develop and implement new recruitment strategy for Merchandising, including strategic objectives to meet each season.

Provide daily coaching and HR guidance to RMM and MS.

Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.

Oversee HR Recruitment Coordinator (HRC) who is responsible for managing the posting of positions and screening of candidates. The HRC also conducts virtual onboarding and manages the data entry of new hires and terminations.

Coordinate company training and programs for Merchandising team in areas such as performance management, promotions, hiring, terminations, sexual harassment and other topics.

Establish standard work in the development and implementation of HR policies and programs.

Ensure positive employee relations, morale, and internal customer satisfaction.

Responsive and strong communicator with field team.

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.

Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with great attention to detail.

Positive customer service attitude and work ethic.

Working knowledge of workforce planning and employment law.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or equivalent work experience.

5-7 years minimum Human Resource Generalist experience with emphasis on recruiting, policy development and employment law.

HR Certification (SHRM or HRCI) preferred.

Proficient in MS Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

Office environment, long hours sitting in front of a computer.

Able to travel, as needed, for recruitment activities, field services meetings and store visits. The above is intended to describe the general content of and qualifications for the job. Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Health Savings Accounts (HSA's) with employer contributions

401K retirement plan options with employer match

Paid holidays

Generous Employee Flower/Plant Discount Program

Paid Time off for volunteering and community service

Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about our company & view a more detailed job description, visit our website at smithgardens.Smith Gardens provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status,veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days, plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

Smith Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion,transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.