What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources position at Kforce Inc?
Responsibilities
Kforce's client, a leading produce wholesaler based in the Bronx, NY, is seeking a Director of Human Resources. Summary: This company serves a diverse client base across the region. With over 400 employees and continued growth, they operate in a fast-paced, logistics-driven environment. As they expand, they are formalizing their HR function to strengthen compliance, scalability, and employee engagement. This experienced, hands-on Director of Human Resources will build and lead their HR function. This is a new role created to provide strategic direction, ensure compliance, and support our company's next stage of growth. Key Responsibilities:
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce's client, a leading produce wholesaler based in the Bronx, NY, is seeking a Director of Human Resources. Summary: This company serves a diverse client base across the region. With over 400 employees and continued growth, they operate in a fast-paced, logistics-driven environment. As they expand, they are formalizing their HR function to strengthen compliance, scalability, and employee engagement. This experienced, hands-on Director of Human Resources will build and lead their HR function. This is a new role created to provide strategic direction, ensure compliance, and support our company's next stage of growth. Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Design and implement scalable HR systems, policies, and processes
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning, budgeting, and organizational design
- Lead and mentor a capable HR team to deliver operational excellence and strategic impact
- Foster a strong, positive, and performance-driven workplace culture
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, engagement, and talent strategy
- Proven experience as an HR leader in compliance, employee relations, and HR operations
- Strong track record of implementing and managing HRIS platforms (UKG experience preferred)
- Financial acumen with comfort in budgeting and workforce cost planning
- Analytical, data-driven mindset paired with high emotional intelligence
- Background in unionized, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred
- Ability to connect with teams across all levels-from warehouse and logistics to sales and administration
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000
