Senior HR Generalist
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Job Location:
Brighton, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. Theres a seat at our table for you...
Senior HR Generalist Brighton MI
Location: Onsite Brighton MI
Why Join the Gordon Food Service Team
At Gordon Food Service (GFS) we dont just fill positions; we build a culture. As a Senior HR Generalist you arent just an administratoryou are a culture-shaper a strategic advisor and a champion for our most valuable asset: our people. Working onsite at our Brighton MI office you will have your finger on the pulse of the organization providing expert-level consultation that drives our success from the inside out.
The Impact Youll Make
You will serve as a high-level partner to our leadership team ensuring the GFS Open Door culture isnt just a policy but a daily reality. Your expertise will span the entire employee lifecycle:
Leadership Catalyst: Educate and coach leaders through our Leadership Development initiatives. You wont just track training; youll facilitate the growth of our future leaders and high-potential talent.
Employee Advocacy & Relations: Act as a trusted advisor navigating complex employee relations with empathy and fairness while promoting a high-performance culture. You will champion retention by conducting stay and exit interviews identifying trends and using that feedback to continuously improve the employee experience.
Total Rewards Stewardship: Be the local expert on compensation benefits and wellness initiatives ensuring our team feels valued and supported in their professional and personal lives.
Operational Excellence: Use data-driven insights to influence business decisions and streamline absence management (FMLA/Workers Comp).
What You Bring to the Table
Expert Communication: You have a gift for communicating and the ability to translate complex HR policies into actionable advice.
Cultural Competence: You possess a deep understanding of employment laws and a passion for fostering an inclusive compliant and thriving workplace.
Problem-Solving Prowess: You dont just identify issues; you develop creative scalable solutions for challenges of all sizes.
Experience & Qualifications
4 or more years of HR experience ideally within a large-scale distribution or corporate environment or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
A people-first mindset with the professional rigor to handle sensitive investigations and organizational changes
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or related field required
Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred
Ready to lead the way in Brighton Join a team where your expertise creates a tangible impact every single day.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Senior HR Generalist Brighton MI
Location: Onsite Brighton MI
Why Join the Gordon Food Service Team
At Gordon Food Service (GFS) we dont just fill positions; we build a culture. As a Senior HR Generalist you arent just an administratoryou are a culture-shaper a strategic advisor and a champion for our most valuable asset: our people. Working onsite at our Brighton MI office you will have your finger on the pulse of the organization providing expert-level consultation that drives our success from the inside out.
The Impact Youll Make
You will serve as a high-level partner to our leadership team ensuring the GFS Open Door culture isnt just a policy but a daily reality. Your expertise will span the entire employee lifecycle:
Leadership Catalyst: Educate and coach leaders through our Leadership Development initiatives. You wont just track training; youll facilitate the growth of our future leaders and high-potential talent.
Employee Advocacy & Relations: Act as a trusted advisor navigating complex employee relations with empathy and fairness while promoting a high-performance culture. You will champion retention by conducting stay and exit interviews identifying trends and using that feedback to continuously improve the employee experience.
Total Rewards Stewardship: Be the local expert on compensation benefits and wellness initiatives ensuring our team feels valued and supported in their professional and personal lives.
Operational Excellence: Use data-driven insights to influence business decisions and streamline absence management (FMLA/Workers Comp).
What You Bring to the Table
Expert Communication: You have a gift for communicating and the ability to translate complex HR policies into actionable advice.
Cultural Competence: You possess a deep understanding of employment laws and a passion for fostering an inclusive compliant and thriving workplace.
Problem-Solving Prowess: You dont just identify issues; you develop creative scalable solutions for challenges of all sizes.
Experience & Qualifications
4 or more years of HR experience ideally within a large-scale distribution or corporate environment or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
A people-first mindset with the professional rigor to handle sensitive investigations and organizational changes
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or related field required
Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred
Ready to lead the way in Brighton Join a team where your expertise creates a tangible impact every single day.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability please submit your request to and use the words Accommodation Request in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Gordon Food Service is a prominent family-owned food distributor in Grand Rapids, MI, serving restaurants, healthcare, and schools.
