HR Generalist-DC Operations

For A Better You

At iHerb we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member well empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career.

We constantly strive for innovation while transforming and improving the online shopping experience for our customers. We believe that individually we are incredible but when we come together our growth is an industry that is constantly evolving we are on a mission to make an impact on the global market and the individual and collaborative efforts of our people are paramount to helping us succeed.

Whether you work in one of our logistics centers technology hubs corporate offices or even from home your role at iHerb will take you beyond whats expected turning challenge into change. If youre ready for it we want you to join our team. Get started now.

Job Summary:

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist position will primarily focus on providing support onsite to our Warehouse/Distribution center team and will also support HR Operations. This role will also work closely with the onsite HR Business Partner on employee relations issues performance management coaching counseling team member development and retention. The HR Generalist will also be able to partner more broadly with the HR department on other assigned duties and projects.

Job Expectations:

• Investigate document and resolve employee complaints/grievances. Investigations can include but not limited to peer supervisor complaints sexual harassment discrimination etc.;

• Assists in handling employee Federal State and company leave of absence including discussions with employees processing of leave of absence paperwork tracking and collection of benefits premium payments and communication verbally and written with employees on leave;

• Provides advice assistance and follow-up on company policies procedures and documentation;

• Coordinates the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries;

• Supports in performance management working closely with department managers and supervisors to support our Pay for Performance journey at iHerb;

• Reviews edits and approves team member written warnings coaching plans and performance snapshots prior to being issued to team members;

• Makes recommendations to management regarding separation of employment for specific employees;

• Holds clear and persuasive conversations providing specific benefits State and Federal information to employees;

• Responds to unemployment claims if needed verbally and written in a timely manner;

• Provides support to other HR teams in recruitment engagement benefits wellness recognition and communication.

The duties and responsibilities described above may provide only a partial description of this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all aspects of the job. Other duties and responsibilities not outlined in this document may be added as necessary or desirable with or without notice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Fluent in English and Bilingual in Spanish preferred;

• Knowledge of FMLA CFRA PDL USERRA ADA and Workers Compensation Laws both Federal and for the State of California;

• Hands-on experience with processing documentation interactive process discussions managing records;

• Knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines and knowledge of Federal and State employment and benefit laws;

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations;

• Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public;

• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems;

• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations;

• Job requires being sensitive to others needs/feelings and taking an objective position when gathering facts when dealing with sensitive situations;

• Ability to work with little supervision independently and searches out answers as needed to resolve issues/problems;

• Ability to travel locally to other locations.

Experience Requirements: Generally requires 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in Employee Relations and Leave Administration. HR Generalist experience in other HR areas preferred.

Education Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources SPHR/PHR certification or related field preferred or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.

Equipment Knowledge:

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite ability to create spreadsheets in Excel. Experience with HRIS a plus.

• Ability to use copier computer and other office-related equipment

Judgment/Reasoning Ability: Able to identify troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment poise and diplomacy. Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills and determine when to escalate issues as required in a timely manner.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. The Team Member is frequently required to sit walk climb stairs use hands and fingers bend stoop and reach with hands and arms. Reaching above shoulder heights below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the work day. The Team Member may occasionally lift or move office products and supplies up to 25 lifting techniques required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: The noise in the work environment is usually moderate. Other factors are:

• Hectic fast-paced with multi-level distractions

• Professional yet casual work environment

• Office / Warehouse environment

• Ability to work extended hours as required

Compensation:

If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

Staffing Agency Submission Notice
iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party (Agency) candidates. If you are an Agency please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.