Director, People

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Finding the right place to grow your careerisnt (over) easy so were here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think youll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the way things have always been done. Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether youre into our values our brand or our egg-cellent puns we hope youll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms were proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. Were committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Your Role:

Reporting to the VP Talent & People Partners this leader will serve as the strategic People Business Partner for our Commercial & Support functions. This role is a critical leaderon our People team providing high-level organizational design and talent strategy for VP-level leaders and Executives while staying deeply connected to the needs of our fully remote crew.

The Director People will partner with ourDevEx& Talent Acquisitionteamstoarchitect and pull through targetedattractionlearning development and engagement initiatives that reflect our commitmentto a Growth Mindsetand drive progress against our Strategic Goals.Additionally they will collaborate with our Total Rewards & People Opsteam to ensure seamless support around compensation benefitsand compliance.Beyond strategy this leader will overseeaPeople Business Partner (PBP)andbe responsible fortheir growth& development.

Our ideal candidate embodies our values and has a passion forcontinuous improvement and servant leadershipwith a knack for holding people accountable in an uplifting and supportive manner. A superb active listener experienced coach who can influence and creative problem solver you will drive strategic direction and tactical implementation of keyPeople programs & initiatives.

What Youll Do:

Act asprimaryPeople Business Partner toour Next Level Leader (VP & Sr Dir) population translating businessobjectivesinto high-impact talent plans.
Lead headcount planning and succession strategies to stay ahead of rapid growth ensuring the right people are in the right seats as the org evolves.
Evaluate and iterate on team structures and operating models to ensure effective teaming communication and continuous improvement.
Move beyond annual reviews toward a culture of continuous feedback. Coach leaders on managing performance with care consistency and empathy.
Identify skill gaps within both the leadership group and the broader crew; partner with our DevEx team to design or source development programs that align with future business needs.
Ensure the companys approach to crew care is felt by every remote employee from onboarding through the entire lifecycle.
Use engagement surveys and people analytics to identify trends and proactively address hot spots before they impact retention
Develop strong relationships with business leaders and becomes a trusted advisor and influencer that can work with all levels of crew
Execute againststrategic initiativesidentifiedin collaboration with the business.
Act as a consultant to influence the business deliver constructive advice diagnose and resolveproblemsand positively influence change across the organization.
Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensure compliance with federalstateand local lawspertaining topersonnel matters.
In partnership with senior leadership and our legal team lead compliance with governmental and labor legal requirements including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) the Department of Labor the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and workers compensation.

What You Bring to the Table:

Minimum 10 years experience in Human Resources preferably in a CPG
Demonstrated success implementing efficient creative user-friendly HR programs
Experience managing people and advising leaders in a remote environment
Ability to work in a fluid fast paced environment while prioritizing crew care & empathy
High degree of business acumen and analytical capability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
Bias for action with experience leveraging data insights to drive decision making
Intermediate in all Microsoft platforms; comfort in navigating HRIS and other People management systems
Ability to travel 20-25% for meetings offsites onboarding and/or development opportunities
Youre no hero You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
You give a sh*t You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
You raise the standards You know growth can be hard but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
You can walk in someone elses boots You seek to understand others viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
You dont walk on eggshells Youre not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if youdont meet every requirement we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we havent yet considered!

What We Bring to the Table:

A fast-paced energetic remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
Competitive pay and benefits (Medical Dental Vision and Paid Parental Leave just to name a few).
Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) 3% Contribution from Day 1.
Free eggs and butter (yes really!) along with friends and family discounts.
Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.

At Vital Farms compensation decisions are dependent upon a variety of factors which may include but are not limited to skill levelexperience education training market demands and business needs.A reasonable estimate of the current starting annual base salary for this position is $162000 - $183000. Please keep in mind that hiring at the maximum end of the range would not be typical in order to allow for potential continued future salary growth.

Who We Are:

Vital Farms a Certified B Corporation offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin Texas in 2007 Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 350 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms products including shell eggs butter hard-boiled eggs and liquid whole eggs are sold in over 24000 stores nationwide.

Vital Farms ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming addition as a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation Vital Farms prioritizes the long-term benefits of each of its stakeholders including farmers and suppliers customers and consumers communities and the environment crew members and short we exist to improve the lives of people animals and our planet through food.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table were committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation belonging and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end we make employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender and gender identity sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) sexual orientation marital status age national origin citizenship status military or veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Ready to Join Us

Together were cultivating an environment where every Crew member can thrive grow and know theyre part of something bigger - improving lives through ethical food.

If this role sounds like the right fit for you wed love to hear from you! Even if you dont meet every qualification we encourage you to apply - you might be exactly what we need!

Next Steps:

Shortly after you complete your application youll receive a follow-up email elaborating on any potential next steps in our process. If you dont immediately receive said follow-up email we would highly encourage you to check your spam filter!

In order to fulfill Vital Farms mission to bring ethically produced food to the table we seek to build teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Notification to Agencies:

**Vital Farms is not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Vital Farms please submit an application directly.

California Applicants:

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Please Note: This position is designated as remote within the United States; however we are currently unable to employ individuals residing in the following states: Alaska Hawaii Mississippi Montana North Dakota South Dakota West Virginia and Wyoming

Required Experience:

Director