Sr. HR Business Partner

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Empowerment, active listening, and creative thinking are a few attributes AIT teammates exercise to deliver a world-class customer experience.

Position Overview:

The Sr. HR Business Partner will play a critical role in delivering the HR strategy across their regions. The Sr. HR Business Partner will be responsible for strategic and operational support to managers across their regions, with responsibilities related to performance management, coaching/training of People Leaders, new hire on-boarding, employee relations, career development and succession planning, teammate recognition and engagement. This role will support and/or lead a number of key projects and will work closely with managers and stakeholders to ensure they have the skills and capability to deliver and manage change while supporting HR initiatives that help them achieve their business objectives.

What You Will Be Doing Day-to-Day:

• Live our Values and be a champion for our culture.
• Be accountable for human capital results in your business units in the areas of employee relations, talent retention, engagement, performance management, workforce planning and career development.
• Create a best-in-class new hire onboarding program by partnering with regional leaders and HR partners to deliver a positive and effective new hire experience.
• Counsel people leaders within assigned business units regarding company policy, procedures and workplace issues. Provide coaching and resolution regarding all employee relations issues within your region.
• Identify and analyze trends in HR and formulate recommendations to improve processes or plans that address talent issues (i.e., proactive training, on-boarding, retention strategies, career development, etc).
• Help drive succession planning within region(s) by identifying the high potential talent and engage in assessment, development, and ongoing support, particularly for those on a leadership track.
• Provide counsel to regional leaders in regard to local/federal employment law and legislation changes. Support roll-out of compliance initiatives within your region.
• Works closely with regional leaders on effective workforce planning, recruitment & selection methods, pipeline development, interviewing methodologies and hiring process. Actively identify talent within your region(s) to fill openings as a means for development.
• Responsible for due diligence, integration, and the HR playbook for any future acquisitions to support our growth strategy within your assigned region.
• Effectively coordinate within HR and internal stakeholders to align on projects, change management plans, communication messages and related efforts for effective deployment within your respective region(s).

What We Look for in Teammates:

• A team player who works well with others – being respectful to our teammates is a Core Value
• A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role
• Growth mindset – being passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, being open to change and doing things differently
• Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is a part of our culture

Other Skills We Hope to See:

• Ten or more years’ experience in HR
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or related field
• Masters degree preferred
• PHR or SPHR, MBTI/DISC or PROSCI certification’s a plus
• 9-Box Grid experience 
• Experience with succession planning 
• Advanced knowledge of country/state employment laws and workers compensation/safety protocols.
• Strong oral & written communication skills, including the confidence to present, influence and collaborate at the leadership level
• Strong analytical skills to think strategically, analyze business data that tells a story and develop holistic HR solutions to address talent gaps
• Demonstrated ability to drive HR processes and to deliver high quality projects in a growing environment
• Team player that works well with others
• Have an eye for spotting talent and understand trends within human capital/workplace design
• Growth mindset with a passion for your craft that is easily recognizable
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (formulas, pivot tables, vlookups) and PowerPoint
• Experience working with applicant tracking, LMS and HR systems preferable
• This role will require limited travel 10-20% of your time to support your assigned business units that are regionally based

Competencies/Discretion:

• Business Acumen
• Change management leadership
• Deep knowledge of various HR functions outside of scope of current role
• May act as the liaison with other HR functions
• A specialist on complex technical and business matters.
• May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization.
• Works independently in most aspects of work; active member of both business and HR teams
• Experience managing medium to large scale projects

What AIT Can Offer You:

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide Logistics:

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps its customers grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure raw materials, components, and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, food, government, healthcare, high-tech, industrial and life sciences. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground, and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 85 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218 or email your resume to [email protected].