Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.
If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.
WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT!
If you love working with people, thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, and want to make a real impact, this role is for you. Supporting Chicago and Central Illinois, you’ll partner closely with leaders to build strong teams, coach performance, and bring our values to life every day, helping both the business and our people succeed.
This position provides consulting to a defined geography/location in building the organization and talent capabilities. This position identifies, prioritizes, and aligns Human Resource programs and initiatives in support of achieving business objectives. They formulate partnerships with the broader Human Resource function to deliver best in class service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.
This HR Business Partner supports the Chicago/Central Illinois and Indiana stores. Market travel is required
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides counsel to business leaders at their geography/location by proactively identifying issues and opportunities within their teams and taking action, driving initiatives and executing plans.
• Participates in a wide variety of HR initiatives and projects across multiple Human Resource disciplines, including performance management, culture building, change management, diversity and inclusion, liaison for safety initiatives, governance and compliance.
• Facilitates the job evaluation process with Compensation by assisting in the writing of job descriptions, conducting job evaluations, and setting pay / pay grades and proficiency in explaining ranges and job levels.
• Executes the talent management strategy for the geography/location including developing robust succession planning/talent management, developing internal talent, and supporting the recruiting strategy to ensure we have the right people at the right time in alignment with the overall strategy within the Center of Excellence.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance, which may include complex employee relations issues and conducting thorough yet objective investigations, to ensure consistent execution of the performance management process.
• Partners with areas of the business to conduct soft skills training, to include but not limited to, recruitment/selection, staffing techniques, coaching/counseling, disciplinary discussions, exit interviews and employee relations. In addition to some program training such as: Workday, Kronos and Payroll Integrations.
• Developing reports, analyzing, and creating initiatives based on results to include the employee engagement survey
• Audit for policy compliance of work area and location to ensure we are safe work environment
• Continually benchmarks external regulatory trends and best practices in Human Resources.
• Where applicable, facilitates new hire onboarding and new leader assimilation for key roles.
• Acts as a resource and at times a liaison with various Human Resource Centers of Excellence (i.e. Benefits, Compensation, Talent Acquisition and Talent Management
• Where applicable, supports key safety initiatives
SCOPE & IMPACT:
This position is responsible for all Human Resource activities at the location(s) they are assigned and serves as a consultant to leadership on human resource-related issues. Responsible for driving and supporting change in the organization. Acts as an employee advocate.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field with 6-8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of Supervisory/Leadership experience.
• Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated project management skill and track record of measurable accomplishments.
• Travel Required: up to 50%
PREFERED REQUIREMENTS:
• MBA
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Varies by location with 0-2 direct reports
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Operates in a professional office environment, not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Weekly Hours:
40Base Compensation Range: $101,100 - $157,100This job is eligible for an annual short-term incentive
Benefits for Employees in the US:
Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.
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If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.
At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at recruiting@la-z-boy.com or by calling 734-242-1444.
La-Z-Boy Incorporated brings the transformational power of comfort to people, homes, and communities around the world—a mission that began when our founders invented the iconic recliner in 1927. Today, we operate as a vertically integrated furniture manufacturer and retailer, committed to uncompromising quality and compassion for our consumers.
Our Retail segment consists of 200 company-owned La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries® stores and is part of a broader network of nearly 370 La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries®, serving customers nationwide when coupled with La-Z-Boy.com. Joybird®, an ecommerce retailer and manufacturer of modern upholstered furniture, has 13 stores in the U.S. In our Wholesale segment, we manufacture comfortable, custom furniture for our Furniture Galleries® and a variety of retail channels: England Furniture Co., which offers custom upholstered furniture, and casegoods brands Kincaid®, American Drew®, and Hammary®, which provide pieces that make every room feel like home.
The La-Z-Boy Incorporated state-of-the-art, LEED-certified world headquarters is located in Monroe, Michigan. This location along with our Innovation Center in Dayton, Tennessee, and all our North American manufacturing locations all represent our commitment to the environment—we integrate sustainable business practices to reduce the impact of our operations.
Being a great employer isn’t limited to our sustainability or record-breaking safety performance; it also means being a good corporate citizen. In FY 2024, La-Z-Boy Incorporated and the La-Z-Boy Foundation granted more than $2.8 million to non-profit organizations through monetary and in-kind donations. Our signature partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) helps give families a comfortable home away from home while their children receive much-needed medical care, as we’ve donated more than 15,000 pieces of furniture to RMHC® homes.
Join our team to impact the world through comfort.
