Sr HR Generalist

SUMMARY:
The Sr HR Generalist is responsible for providing expertise and support to generate results and create value in
the following areas of HR: recruitment and selection, associate relations, onboarding, HR administration/HRIS,
employment law, diversity and inclusion, safety/WC and LOA. This position is based in New Jersey and will
provide HR support to a new distribution and furniture delivery hub.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON LOCATION:

• Interact daily with management and associates to insure an open line of communication is maintained

in order to identify and address any issues, needs, and/or concerns as they arise

• Work with managers and business leadership on human resources issues, providing insight and options

compliant with legislation and consistent with Williams-Sonoma's people first philosophy, policies and
culture

• Investigate, document and resolve associate relations issues
• Assist in the administration of the DC recognition program; associate opinion surveys and other

engagement initiatives

• Participate in the corporate diversity and inclusion committee and develop and implement local

programs

• Manage associate onboarding process
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze data, and make recommendations to the management team for

corrective action and continuous improvement

• Involvement in operational functions within the facility/region as appropriate
• Respond to unemployment claims and reports worker's compensation claims, benefits, etc.
• Counsel and direct associates to STD/FMLA vendor and respond to eligibility inquiries
• Implement, communicate and manage HR programs, policies, and associate guidelines to achieve

goals and fulfill legal requirements. Ensure consistency across the organization with all existing programs

• Develops recruitment strategy for each open position in partnership with operations leadership; works as a

liaison between candidates, Hiring Managers and Human Resource partners throughout the full cycle
recruiting process.

• Screens resumes, interviews candidates, and conducts reference/background checks, makes

recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt
position openings

• Uses traditional and nontraditional resources, such as career fairs, online job fairs, community network events,

etc., to identify and attract quality candidates

• Manage associate onboarding process
• Works closely with other HR departments to provide input to and participate in HR programs and initiative

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field plus 3 years of experience in HR generalist functions (recruiting,

employment, employee relations, Affirmative Action, training, etc.).

• Knowledge of HR practices and principles, and applicable labor, pay, benefits, health and safety laws

and regulations.

• Strong knowledge of HR practices and principles, employee relations, and applicable labor, pay,

benefits, health and safety laws and regulations.

• Previous experience and proven ability to objectively coach employees and management through

complex, difficult, and personal issues.

• Bi-lingual English/Spanish.Ability to handle high level of confidentiality and common-sense regarding employee information.
• • Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees at all levels and the general public.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel, PowerPoint, and

demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field plus 5+ years of experience in HR generalist functions

(recruiting, employment, employee relations, Affirmative Action, training, etc.).

• Background in: Big Box Retail, Packaged Goods, Parts Distribution, Supply Chain
• PHR / SHRM Certified