Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and support a broad range of HR functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, organizational development, HRIS administration, and workforce planning. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic business partner to leadership while ensuring effective execution of HR programs that support organizational goals and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Partner with business leaders to develop workforce strategies that align with company objectives.
• Support organizational design, restructuring initiatives, and change management activities.
• Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives across the organization.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for professional, technical, and leadership positions.
• Develop recruiting strategies to attract top talent in competitive markets.
• Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning and succession planning initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding programs to ensure successful employee integration.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Investigate and resolve employee relations matters, complaints, and workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, and related regulations.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers regarding performance management and disciplinary actions.
• Support labor relations activities and maintain positive employee relations.

Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards

• Administer compensation programs, salary reviews, and annual merit processes.
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, vendor management, and employee communications.
• Analyze market trends and compensation data to ensure competitive pay practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of total rewards programs.

HR Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and optimize HRIS platforms including Workday, ADP, SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Generate HR metrics, reports, and workforce analytics to support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Participate in HR technology implementations and upgrades.

Organizational Development & Training

• Support leadership development, succession planning, and employee development programs.
• Coordinate performance management processes and talent review initiatives.
• Facilitate training programs related to compliance, leadership, and employee development.
• Assist with change management initiatives during organizational growth and transformation.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting multiple HR disciplines including employee relations, recruiting, compensation, benefits, and HRIS.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• MBA or advanced degree.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PMP certification.
• Experience supporting multi-site or global organizations.
• Background in manufacturing, healthcare, technology, energy, or industrial environments.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, organizational design, and change management initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Business Partnership
• Employee Relations
• Talent Acquisition
• Change Management
• Organizational Development
• Compensation & Benefits
• HRIS & Workforce Analytics
• Leadership Development
• Project Management
• Compliance & Risk Management