Job Description

Overview

This position is with NYK Group America's Inc.

The Human Resources Manager leads day-to-day HR operations and supports the Director / Vice President of Human Resources in delivering consistent, compliant, and employee-focused HR services. The role manages core HR programs, advises managers on workforce matters, develops HR team capability, and collaborates with cross-functional and global stakeholders to support business objectives and organizational effectiveness.

Salary Range: $120k-$140k

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

HR OPERATIONS & COMPLIANCE

• Manage HR operations, including payroll coordination, benefits administration, HR systems, employee services, workforce administration, and annual HR programs.
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, records, and controls that support consistent, confidential, and compliant practices across the organization.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, external vendors, and advisors on employment compliance, audits, investigations, reporting, and risk management.

TALENT & WORKFORCE SUPPORT

• Lead recruitment and onboarding activities and partner with hiring managers on workforce planning, candidate selection, and effective hiring decisions.
• Coordinate offboarding, training, international assignment, immigration, and other workforce programs as assigned.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS & ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

• Advise managers on employee relations, performance concerns, corrective actions, separations, conflict resolution, and organizational matters, escalating complex or sensitive issues appropriately.
• Manage performance management, employee engagement, communications, training, and culture initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and the employee experience.
• Coordinate corporate-sponsored events and engagement activities that foster employee connection and support organizational culture.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PAYROLL

• Manage annual compensation planning and the administration of health, welfare, and retirement programs in coordination with Finance, Payroll, brokers, benefit providers, and advisors.
• Ensure accurate employee communications, vendor coordination, reporting, renewals, audits, and day-to-day plan administration.

GLOBAL COLLABORATION & TEAM LEADERSHIP

• Support regional and global HR initiatives and collaborate with overseas headquarters to align local execution with enterprise priorities and U.S. requirements.
• Participate in occasional after-hours meetings with Tokyo headquarters and other Americas regional HR teams to support global collaboration, communication, and project implementation.
• Lead, coach, and develop HR team members by establishing clear priorities, accountability, service standards, and functional capability.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion while balancing leadership responsibilities with practical execution in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five or more years of progressive HR experience with broad responsibility across multiple HR disciplines.
• Experience supervising HR staff or independently managing significant HR programs.
• Working knowledge of U.S. employment practices, HR compliance, payroll coordination, benefits administration, talent acquisition, and employee relations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively with leaders, employees, and external partners.
• Ability to work primarily in the office, participate in occasional early morning or evening meetings with overseas headquarters, and travel up to 10%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or a comparable professional HR certification.
• Experience in a multi-state, multinational, or matrixed organization and collaborating with global headquarters.
• Experience with UKG or a similar HR/payroll system, including system implementation, enhancement, or process optimization.
• Experience supporting international assignments, organizational change, and cross-cultural workforce initiatives.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may be adjusted based on business needs.

Benefits

NYK offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with a company match and Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Tuition Assistance Program, Vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About NYK Group Americas Inc.

Founded in 1885, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) has become a leader in global marine transport by meeting challenges head on and achieving steady growth. NYK recognizes our role in providing safe and reliable services for a broad range of trade and commercial activities that are the basis for developing the world's economies and cultures.

NYK Line

NYK Group Americas Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.