Human Resource Business Partner- Sales

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. The Human Resources Business Partner will provide strategic and hands-on HR support to sales leaders and teams, partnering closely with leadership to enhance employee experience and drive performance in a fast-paced sales environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of human capital initiatives aligned with business priorities
• Serve as a trusted advisor by providing day‑to‑day coaching and guidance on HR matters
• Execute core HR processes for assigned client groups, ensuring timely and effective support for managers and employees
• Advise managers on company policies, practices, and procedures and provide guidance on appropriate applications
• Partner with hiring managers to support talent acquisition activities, including defining role requirements and participating in the selection process
• Help identify talent and capability needs and support solutions to strengthen the talent pipeline
• Coordinate and support core talent management processes such as talent reviews and succession planning
• Support performance management processes by guiding leaders on goal setting, feedback, and development planning
• Provide resources and support for employee development, including onboarding, development plans, and career development tools
• Support compensation activities including merit adjustments, promotions, salary offers, and short-term incentive processes in alignment with company practices
• Provide guidance to managers on compensation policies and ensure recommendations align with established total rewards guidelines
• Play a key role in supporting annual Sales compensation cycles, including coordinating plan updates, preparing leaders for plan rollouts, and ensuring accurate communication and administration of incentive plan components
• Partner with Sales leadership, Sales Operations, and Finance to validate eligibility and payout data and help managers interpret incentive results in alignment with performance and plan design
• Build relationships within assigned locations by maintaining regular presence and understanding team dynamics
• Support employee relations matters to ensure practices are fair, consistent, and compliant with applicable laws and policies
• Assist in implementing strategies that support employee engagement and positive employee relations
• Ensure policies are communicated and applied appropriately within client groups
• Conduct or support workplace investigations following company guidelines
• Support initiatives that reinforce the organization's desired culture and values
• Help analyze engagement feedback and assist in developing action plans to improve team culture
• Partner with managers to address team issues and support leadership behaviors that promote performance and engagement
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to share best practices and ensure consistent HR service delivery
• Track and report HR metrics to provide insights and support decision-making
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within HR programs and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of HR experience, with a focus on supporting customer-facing functions
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws
• Proven experience in employee relations, performance management, and talent acquisition
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel approximately 30%
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification preferred
• Experience working with sales leaders or supporting commercial teams is strongly preferred