Human Resources Generalist, Distribution Center

Who We Are

For over 60 years we have shared stories from across the globe that remind you of a time you cherish, a place you love and people who make you feel at home. We have inspired the home decorator, entertainer and gifter with our unique assortment of products sourced and designed around the world and we continue to be inspired by you. You, your authenticity, impact, and distinction drive our success and inspires us to be inclusive, collaborative, open minded, adaptable, honest and respectful.

What You’ll Do
The Human Resources Generalist supports the distribution center by partnering closely with the HR team to deliver day-to-day people operations, under the guidance of the Human Resources Manager. This role provides hands-on support with employee relations, policy guidance, leave of absence and benefits information, staffing and personnel records. The HR Generalist is knowledgeable of all core HR functions and plays an active role in supporting operational functions including Labor Management, bonus program, and accuracy initiatives. A high level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and integrity is required.

Essential Functions

• Administers various human resources plans and procedures for all associates and assists in development and implementation of policies and procedures as needed.
• Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation.
• Participates in employee relations counseling, 90-day new hire check-in, and exit interviewing.
• Assists in developing department goals, objectives, and projects.
• In partnership with the HR Manager, provides day to day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Responds to benefit questions in partnership with the Benefits team.
• Supports leave of absence (LOA) administration through partnership with the Human Resources Manager and the Benefits Team.
• In partnership with the HR Manager, may participate in HR investigations, to include interviewing employees, obtaining written statements, and partnering with the Operations leaders.
• Conducts new hire orientation for World Market employees, to include ensuring all required federal and state documents are completed properly and submitted via Workday within the required time frame.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Provides training for new and current associates on HR systems and procedures.
• Oversees special events for staff by coordinating DC Calendar and schedules and staying within budget.
• Monitors and update the Workday and performance management systems.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Must be familiar with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to labor issues and practices including FMLA, CFRA etc.
• 1-3 years of Human Resources experience.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), conflict resolution, and collaborative management skills required.
• Ability to work on site in an office environment in a positive and productive manner.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation law a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with employee relations, law and practices.
• Previous distribution or manufacturing Human Resources background preferred.
• Strong reasoning, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills and proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict.
• BA/BS degree preferred or comparable Human Resources Generalist work experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, Kronos, UKG, Access Database, Power Point, and Workday preferred.

Why You’ll Love It

• Work life balance is a priority!
• Employee discount to World Market!
• A fun and supportive work environment where you feel welcome and safe.
• A culture of inclusion that empowers you to be your best authentic self.
• Opportunities to make an impact through your passions.
• Accrued Vacation, and Sick Time.
• Eligible employees offered Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k) Savings Plan, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance and more

VA Pay Range for the HR Generalist is $74,000 - $90,000 annually

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department:

Phone: 1-833-680-2399

Email: hrsupport@worldmarket.com

This email address is only to request reasonable accommodation for the application process due to a medical condition. If you do not need a reasonable accommodation for such reason, please use the apply button below to complete an application and upload your resume.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which depending on your location may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.