Regional Human Resources Business Partner
Richmond, VA
Who We Are and Why We Are Successful:
Electrical Equipment Company (EECO) is a full line electrical distributor that specializes in industrial automation and power solutions that provide solutions to reduce costs, increase reliability, and improve performance. Driven by ideas to make an impact for our customers, EECO invests in the capabilities required to increase understanding, drive recommendations, and take action.
EECO offers competitive compensation, career growth and development, and a strong benefits package. We are a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Purpose:
The Regional HR Business Partner, under the direction of the VP of Human Resources, is responsible for HR activities for Virginia East, including locations in Richmond, Norfolk and Franklin, Virginia. Areas of responsibility include recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, training initiatives, event planning, policy and procedure implementation, and employment law compliance.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in HR or related area of study plus at least 3 years of HR work experience.
- SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
- HR experience in wholesale distribution or manufacturing is a plus.
- Strong understanding of general labor law and employment compliance regulations.
- Experience communicating compensation and benefit programs.
- Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail with analytical abilities.
- Effective communication skills – oral, written, and public speaking.
- The ability to maintain self-control. Needs to stay composed in difficult situations.
- Position requires integrity, must be honest and ethical.
- Must be a team player, pleasant with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
- Reliable, responsible, dependable, and able to follow through and fulfill obligations.
- Ability to keep information confidential and meet standards of HR professionalism.
- Ability to travel at least monthly to other locations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with HRIS – Paylocity is preferred.
What a Typical Day Includes:
- Manage the day-to-day HR responsibilities and provide HR support for the EEOC locations assigned.
- Provide consultative guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR related matters, ensuring alignment with corporate policies, goals and objectives.
- Conduct recruiting and on-boarding activities for positions within the assigned region.
- Recruitment initiatives and strategies, including campus recruitment activities.
- Coordinate, track and complete reporting of training and development assignments.
- Update HRIS as needed, and coordinate change activities with the payroll department.
- Serve as the HRIS expert for the HR team.
- Recognize and provide support to management in HR related issues.
- Plan and promote employee engagement activities and events that create a positive work environment.
- Expected to work at the Richmond office location for the majority of the work week.
- Other duties as assigned to be successful in this role.
EECO Culture: We Value People with Values
You must have the ability to work by and speak to EECO’s cultural beliefs:
· Achieve Results - I am responsible for our Company’s Results and for aligning my activities to achieve those results.
· Delight Customers - I understand and anticipate our customers’ needs and drive innovation for their benefit.
· Straight Talk - I regularly ask for and offer direct and timely feedback.
· It’s Mine - I “Own It” and always ask the question, “What Else Can I Do?”
· Value Everyone - I appreciate every member of our team and I recognize their contributions.
· Think Team - I put the needs of the team first “because we are one EECO.”
· Build Trust - I encourage and support everyone’s contribution and new ideas in pursuit of their personal best.
Salary Range: $75K-$95K, plus bonus potential
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