HR Business Partner

Eckerd Connects is an organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. The HR Business Partner serves as a strategic consultant and advisor to business units, aligning people strategies with organizational objectives and providing expert guidance on employee relations and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert coaching to managers and employees to build trust, resolve conflicts, and navigate complex workplace issues
• Ensure fair and compliant handling of employee relations matters, leveraging internal resources and HR leadership as needed
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective workplace investigations
• Champion a culture of integrity, equity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Maintains knowledge of federal and state legal requirements related to HR and employee management
• Act as a thought partner to leaders on performance management, talent priorities, and organizational change
• Participate in the development and execution of business strategies, ensuring alignment with HR initiatives
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends (e.g., turnover, engagement, employee surveys) and interpret the story behind the data and recommend actionable solutions to business unit leaders
• Champion employee engagement programs to enhance morale, retention, and organizational culture
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business unit leaders to forecast workforce needs and create robust pipelines
• Support the implementation of the performance management process that promotes accountability and results
• Contribute to talent development, leadership coaching, and succession planning
• Act as a liaison between HR functions (e.g., Talent Acquisition, HR Compliance, L&D, HR Analytics) and the business units

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in fast-paced and high-volume settings
• Must be able to meet Eckerd's Auto Insurance requirements and drive for business purposes
• Must be able to travel occasionally and overnight to program locations as required
• Travel 10-15%
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, including effective negotiation and conflict resolution
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Analytical and critical thinking skills; able to interpret HR data and recommend evidence-based solutions
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion, professionalism
• Strong understanding of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
• Proficiency in using HR Information Systems (HRIS) and talent management systems to support business processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR-related technologies
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP highly preferred
• Experience with ADP and analytics dashboard preferred