Associate Human Resources Business Partner - Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

We are currently searching for a Associate Human Resources Business Partner to align business objectives in partnership with our Garland, Utah, Distribution Center Human Resource team. Reporting to our Director of Human Resources, this position is designed to be exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and will involve a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance and training. The position also requires the ability to think multiple steps ahead, prepare for potential problems and escalate issues when appropriate, and juggle competing deadlines effectively. Applicants should have a strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations and compliance, including FLSA requirements for exempt status. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent HR management skills, a thorough understanding of HR best practices and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. 

A day on the job looks like this: 

• Partner with HR team on tactical implementation and execution of department and business requests 
• Provide frontline support for responding to employee inquiries, supporting internal mobility and guiding managers through employee-related issues, providing HR policy guidance and interpretation 
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations 
• Work closely with the Director of HR to support HR initiatives and strategic planning 
• Participate in the evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success; following up to ensure training objectives are met 
• Engage in talent reviews and the performance management process to ensure internal talent is developed effectively and that gaps are appropriately identified and addressed 
• Advise managers and supervisors regarding appropriate resolution of employee relations issues 
• Coordinate with on-site leaders, the Talent Acquisition team and agency partners to ensure staffing levels are maintained 
• Maintain HRIS records for all distribution employees and agency employees 
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities to ensure successful experience for employees  
• Execute reporting and analytics on people-related metrics, trends and organization reviews 
• Regularly spend time on warehouse floor to ensure availability to employees 
• Jump into time-sensitive projects to support business needs 
• Collaborate with other departments to address HR-related needs and foster cross-functional teamwork 
• Shared service support for business frontline support for HR team 

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field preferred 
• 5+ years of experience 
• Proven experience in a Associate Human Resources Business Partner role with a broad understanding of HR functions and best practices 
• Ability to work on-site at our Garland, Utah, distribution center 
• Self-motivated and able to work in an autonomous yet collaborative environment 
• Demonstrated customer service focus and ability to build relationships successfully 
• Enthusiasm for curiosity and a continuous learning mindset 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and think clearly under pressure 
• Highly organized, attention to detail and excellent follow-through required 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality 

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience , plus a bonus plan
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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