Director of People Operations

The Director of People Operations is a hands-on HR leader responsible for overseeing and executing all core People Operations functions, including HR, Benefits, Payroll, and HR systems. This role partners closely with leadership to deliver compliant, scalable, and people-focused solutions that support business objectives across multiple distribution locations.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Manager ready to step into a Director-level role.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and actively participate in daily People Operations functions, including HR, Benefits, and PayrollPrepare, manage, and monitor the annual HR budget and related expendituresLead, negotiate, and administer the annual Open Enrollment process, including medical, ancillary benefits, and 401(k) plansTrack, administer, and support annual incentive and merit programsPrepare and deliver clear, timely, and effective employee communicationsLead, coach, and develop People Operations team membersNegotiate, manage, and evaluate HR vendor relationships to ensure service levels, cost effectiveness, and complianceDevelop, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and SOPsEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulationsSupport leadership with HR reporting, analytics, and workforce insightsDevelop and deliver training programs for associates and leaders as neededCompensationBase Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 (commensurate with experience and skills)LocationRemote – Candidates may work from anywhere within the continental United StatesTravelModest travel required (approximately 5–10 trips per year)Includes Distribution Center visits and leadership/management meetingsExperience & Qualifications10 years of progressive experience in the HR field3 years in an HR leadership or management roleStrong consideration given to candidates currently in an HR Manager role ready to advance to DirectorDemonstrated experience and working knowledge of:Human Resources operationsCompliance training and employment law fundamentalsBenefits administration and Open Enrollment processesPayroll administrationAnnual merit and incentive compensation processesHRIS systems (experience with UKG or similar platforms preferred)Vendor management and contract negotiationBudgeting for HR, Benefits, and PayrollDesigning and delivering training programs for associates and leadersStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on executionNotice to all applicants: Medco Tool is a drug-free workplace. Alcohol and drug misuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Medco Tool employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Medco Tool is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and misuse in the workplace. Employees may be subject to drug screening if safety concerns arise or if reasonable suspicion is warranted.Notice to third party agencies: Medco Tool does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruiting Agreement, Medco Tool will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fees. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Medco Tool explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Medco Tool.#ZR

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000