Human Resources Senior Manager

Req ID: 12965

Work Flexibility: Onsite

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

We are seeking an HR Senior Manager to provide hands-on human resources support for our U.S. Supply Chain operations. Reporting to the Manufacturing Operations Strategic Advisor, this role will focus on delivering core HR services to frontline leaders and associates, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor regulations, and driving engagement initiatives that support operational excellence. This position will play a key role in onboarding, talent processes, and supporting HR programs tailored to the unique needs of a fast-paced supply chain environment. This is an onsite role working in our biggest U.S. facility in Crawfordsville, Indiana.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to promote a positive work environment and reinforce company culture and values.
• Serve as the first point of contact for HR inquiries from associates and supervisors within assigned supply chain facilities.
• Support day-to-day HR activities including onboarding, associate engagement, policy interpretation, and handling sensitive employee situations.
• Assist in handling employee relations issues, partnering with Associate Relations/Labor Relations, Sr. HRM and SA for escalation and complex situations.
• Coordinate HR processes such as performance reviews, hourly compensation adjustments, and compliance training.
• Act as the connector between managers and HR Centers of Excellence, ensuring programs are both consistent and locally relevant.
• Provide actionable feedback to HR Centers of Excellence on HR programs and policies, partnering with business leaders and HRBPs to drive continuous improvement.
• Support workforce planning activities such as scheduling, staffing, and seasonal hiring initiatives.
• Partner with HR teams in other locations to harmonize and standardize programs across U.S. Manufacturing and Distribution sites.
• Champion culture and values, ensuring managers embed them in daily leadership practices.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 8 years of HR experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is requiered.
• Working knowledge of HR practices including employee relations, onboarding, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build trust with frontline associates and supervisors.
• 3 years’ experience in a business with significant hourly workforce, ideally in a unionized environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with associates of all levels and build cross-functional relationships.
• Experience collaborating with senior leaders as a trusted partner.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills; understanding of how to develop messages for different audiences; proven experience as an effective storyteller.
• Experience translating complex ideas into simple, authentic and compelling communications.
• Strong organizational skills; experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing tight deadlines.
• Creative and willing to do what has never been done; joy for bringing people along with change.
  
  

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% domestic or international

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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