Human Resources Business Partner

About the Role

The Human Resources Business Partner is part of global HR team to support Ariat’s continued growth. This position plays a critical role as the first point of contact and partner for our Ariat Texas teams. The person in this role will be partnering with teams on HR-related issues and deliver excellent customer service that reinforces the Ariat culture with each touch point. In conjunction with the HR team, assists with HR projects that impact the various HQ organizations. Areas of focus include planning, recruiting, day to day employee relations and assisting in identifying all the ways we can continue to make Ariat a great place to work.

You’ll Make a Difference By

• Partnering with the Sr. HR Manager to create and execute people plans, including recommendations for policies and benefits. Improve the process after each year to scale it to the needs of the business.
• Providing administrative support to onboarding and offboarding employees for both the retail and warehouse divisions
• Coaching and supporting staff with confidentiality and diplomacy; drive a strong open-door culture while striking the right balance between empathy and objectivity that contributes to a collaborative, effective workplace.
• Supporting the change management needs of a dynamic organization through thought leadership on organizational needs and changes, talent management, performance management, and other HR priorities.
• Partnering with functional leaders to drive consistent communication, feedback, and employee engagement; build effective, trusting relationship with leaders and teams.
• Driving for continuous recognition of great results and drive employee recognition and engagement to recognize staff and company achievements.
• Acting as first point of contact for all things HR related - the HR "basics" (i.e., payroll, PTO, benefits) - and ensure they are delivered with the utmost quality and customer satisfaction.

About You

• 3 years of progressive HR experience required. Experience working in fast paced start up environment preferred.
• 4-year degree in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge in retail, hospitality, and/or warehouse workforce preferred
• Knowledge in the basics of recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, workers compensation, OSHA and performance management.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment and labor regulations.
• Enthusiastic problem solver: approaches projects with a can-do attitude and creates the right amount of process where none exists. Fearless about rolling up your sleeves and figuring it out.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay focused & calm.
• Ability to flex and work nontraditional hours to meet needs of teams in other time zones.
• Exceptional interpersonal listening and communication skills (written and speaking).
• Ability to organize, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power Point, and Word.
• Familiarity with Success Factors ATS and Performance Management modules are a plus.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all staff and colleagues in related companies, to promote a collaborative work environment.

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 per year.

The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

Ariat’s holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
• Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus incentive plans
• Team member discount on Ariat merchandise

Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,248.80 - $76,170.60 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denton, TX 76207: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 3 years (Required)
• retail, restaurant, warehouse recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $63,249 - $76,171