What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Brenntag?
Your Role
The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary HR partner and point of contact for employees and leaders, providing primarily operational human resources support and some strategic partnership. This role acts as an employee advocate while leading and advancing the Human Resources function to support organizational goals.
The Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to support the operational goals and strategies by providing guidance and support to managers and employees across the organization, and assisting in core HR disciplines such as employee relations, total rewards and benefits administration, talent acquisition and workforce planning, talent management (including performance management, succession planning, and development planning), and the execution of learning and development initiatives.
Responsibilities
Education, Certification & Experience
We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at accommodations@brenntag.com (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.).
Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-Verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employee or view the poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf.
Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.
Brenntag TA Team
The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary HR partner and point of contact for employees and leaders, providing primarily operational human resources support and some strategic partnership. This role acts as an employee advocate while leading and advancing the Human Resources function to support organizational goals.
The Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to support the operational goals and strategies by providing guidance and support to managers and employees across the organization, and assisting in core HR disciplines such as employee relations, total rewards and benefits administration, talent acquisition and workforce planning, talent management (including performance management, succession planning, and development planning), and the execution of learning and development initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership by supporting the Human Resources function; including planning, organizing, and overseeing departmental activities to support business objectives.
- Oversee, implement, and administer HR strategies, programs, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals and Core Values.
- Partner with the Compensation & Benefits Managers to support compensation and benefits programs, including job architecture, market analysis, performance evaluation alignment, and program updates as needed. Ensuring proper communication to employees.
- Lead conflict resolution; conduct investigations, mediate disputes, and recommend and enforce consistent resolutions.
- Oversee full-cycle talent acquisition for all positions, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant hiring practices; partner with leaders on candidate selection, interviews, offers, onboarding, and workforce planning.
- Lead employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, employee relations support, performance management, development planning, career pathing, and exit interviews.
- Communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks; ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and reporting.
- Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable employment legislation, corporate standards, and ethical practices; apply employment law appropriately and escalate to legal counsel when required.
- Guide, train, and advise leaders and business partners on the consistent and compliant execution of HR policies, processes, and people decisions.
- Serve as a culture champion by educating, advising, and challenging leaders to integrate Core Values, employee engagement, and inclusion into daily decisions and people practices.
- Support the execution of annual and cyclical HR processes, including performance management, talent and succession planning, compensation reviews, engagement surveys, and workforce planning initiatives.
Education, Certification & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years progressive experience as an HR Generalist, HR Manager, or in a related HR leadership role.
- HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR)
- Experience within wholesale, distribution, or chemical manufacturing environments preferred.
- Prior experience working in the oil & gas industry preferred.
- Experience working in a matrixed organization preferred.
- Hands on experience with HRIS systems required; Workday preferred.
- Experience with Dayforce preferred.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with workforce planning, budgeting, and HR reporting and analytics.
- Strong working knowledge of talent management, succession planning, performance management, and learning and development.
- Solid understanding of compensation and benefits principles and practices.
- In depth knowledge of employment legislation and regulatory standards, with demonstrated ability to apply them appropriately.
- Leadership, Consulting & Business Partnership
- Proven experience acting as a trusted coach to senior leaders and a strategic business partner to operations.
- Demonstrated ability to influence, advise, and challenge leaders while balancing business needs, employee advocacy, and compliance.
- Ability to provide sound guidance on complex people, organizational, and cultural issues.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; strong facilitation and presentation capabilities.
- Highly organized with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrated project and change management skills.
- Results oriented with the ability to translate HR strategies into measurable outcomes.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills across all levels of the organization.
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Fluency in English (written and verbal) required.
- Bilingualism considered an asset:
- English/Spanish in the United States
- Standard office environment with occasional need to support events or training sessions.
- Up to 5% travel possibility within region
We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
- Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
- Paid parental leave
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at accommodations@brenntag.com (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.).
Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-Verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employee or view the poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf.
Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.
Brenntag TA Team