Senior Manager, Human Resources
Decatur, GA - USA
Job Summary
At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.
The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey
The HR Senior Manager will serve as a strategic partner to the Decatur Alabama plant by aligning HR initiatives with business objectives and leading a team of HR professionals. As the senior HR leader at a remote manufacturing site this role is critical in building strong connections between the plant and the local community including partnerships with schools workforce development programs and community organizations to support talent pipelines.This role will lead HR strategies and programs partner with leaders to attract and onboard top talent and drive performance management processes to foster a high-performance culture. The HR Senior Manager will also play a key role in shaping employee engagement building a strong site culture and ensuring employees feel connected supported and engaged. Additionally the role will collaborate on compensation strategies support career development and drive organizational effectiveness and change management initiatives.
Position
Senior Manager Human ResourcesLocation
USA Decatur ALHow Youll Create Possibilities
Strategic Human Resources Business Partnership (30%)
- Lead a team of HR professionals that serve as a strategic partner to Plant Leadership and line managers by understanding the business objectives challenges and opportunities to provide HR guidance and support.
- Develop and implement HR strategies initiatives and programs that support the organizations goals ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
- Serve as the primary HR leader for the site helping to position the plant as an employer of choice within the local community.
- Build external partnerships and represent the organization in the local market to support workforce strategies and community engagement
HR Operations & Employee Relations (15%)
- Provide day-to-day HR support including coaching policy guidance and resolution of employee relations matters.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and consistent application of HR practices.
- Support a positive employee experience by fostering an inclusive respectful and engaging work environment. Day-to-day HR support including coaching policy guidance and resolution of employee relations matters.
Talent Management & Development (15%)
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify talent needs work with Talent Acquisition to attract and select top-tier candidates and support effective onboarding and integration of new hires.
- Partner with local schools technical programs and community organizations to build sustainable talent pipelines and promote manufacturing careers.
- Lead performance management processes including goal setting Quarterly Conversations and development plans fostering a high-performance culture and individual growth.
- Support career development and employee engagement initiatives providing coaching and guidance to managers and employees on training and development opportunities.
- Chart career paths for each organization mapping to existing job competencies.
- Coach managers at all levels within the function on various HR and leadership related topics or initiatives
Data Analytics & Workforce Insights (15%)
- Analyze HR and workforce data to identify trends risks and opportunities.
- Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends translate insights into compelling stories and provide leaders with actionable recommendations that drive business performance.
- Prepare metrics and summaries to support business reviews and HR planning cycles.
- Monitor engagement retention and hiring trends to proactively address workforce challenges particularly in a remote site environment.
People Leadership (10%)
- Coach and develop others
- Model inclusive leadership continuous learning and accountability.
- Lead by example in fostering a high-engagement culture and strong team connection across the site
Organizational Change & Project Work (5%)
- Partner with senior leaders to drive organizational effectiveness and change management initiatives fostering a culture that promotes employee engagement productivity and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with the Compensation team and business leaders on compensation strategy and salary planning ensuring competitive and fair compensation practices.
- Proactively pulse employee engagement and actively support an environment of connection recognition and teamwork.
- Support site-specific initiatives that strengthen culture retention and workforce stability.
Human Resources Thought Leadership & Best Practices (5%):
- Remain current on industry trends best practices regulatory/legal updates and new HR technologies in talent management and employment law.
- Apply this knowledge to advise business leaders on HR policies practices and HR resource changes within the organization.
- Incorporate external insights and local market dynamics to enhance community engagement and workforce strategies.
What Youll Bring to Our Team
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in human resources Business Administration Organizational Development or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience with demonstrated success in a senior-level HR Business Partner or generalist role
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in human resources Business Organizational Development Organizational Psychology or related field
- SHRM-SCP SPHR or other relevant HR certification
- Strong understanding of core HR functions including performance management employee relations organizational development and compliance
- Proven ability to analyze workforce data and translate insights into strategic action-oriented recommendations
- Experience coaching leaders and managing through change
- Experience supporting organizational transformations or cultural initiatives
- Strong business acumen and ability to connect HR strategies to broader business outcomes
- Excellent communication consulting and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with leaders and employees
- Experience supporting exempt and non-exempt populations
- Proficiency with HRIS systems (preferably Workday) and Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word)
- Experience working in a matrixed or highly cross-functional organization
- Prior people leadership experience including coaching and development of direct reports
- Advanced Excel skills or experience with workforce reporting tools and dashboards
Working Conditions:
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
- Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Our Culture
Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.
This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.
By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
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Required Experience:
Senior Manager