Human Resources Business Partner

About Yami

Founded in 2013, Yami’s mission is to bring the world closer for everyone to experience and enjoy. We make it easy to discover exciting flavors and trending products from Asia. Named Inc. Magazine’s fastest growing start-up on the ”Inc. 500 List.”, we’re committed to connecting people with authentic food, beauty, home, and wellness experiences through our e-commerce platform, iOS, and Android apps.

Benefits & Compensation

• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
• On-site Amenities: Gym, Pool, Game Rooms, etc.
• Team Building
• Employee Discount
• Employee Referral
• Coffee and Snacks
• $ 50K-71K annual
  
  

Job Summary

Yami is seeking an HR Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a strategic partner to business leaders and managers. This role will work closely with assigned departments to align people strategies with business objectives while providing hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle. The HRBP will play a key role in talent hiring & planning, performance management, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and change management, while ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Job Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership
• Partner with leaders and managers to understand business goals and proactively provide HR solutions that support growth and operational needs.
• Advise managers on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent development strategies.
• Act as a trusted coach to managers on performance management, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
• Employee Relations & Performance Management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, conducting investigations and providing guidance on performance, conduct, and policy issues.
• Support and drive performance review cycles, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Partner with managers to address performance gaps and implement corrective action plans when needed.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Collaborate with hiring managers to support hiring strategies, job design, interview processes while aligning hiring decisions with business needs.
• Ensure open roles are filled in a timely manner while maintaining a consistent and positive candidate experience.
• Support onboarding strategies to ensure smooth integration and early engagement of new hires.
• Compliance & HR Operations Oversight
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate employee documentation and oversee HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, and employee records.
• Partner with HR Operations on time & attendance, benefits administration, and HRIS data accuracy.
• Monitor regulatory changes and support policy updates and manager training as needed.
• Employee Engagement & Culture
• Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement initiatives, team-building activities, and culture programs.
• Support change management initiatives during periods of growth or organizational change.
• Act as an advocate for employees while balancing business needs and organizational priorities.
• HR Projects & Continuous Improvement
• Lead or support HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving employee experience, manager capability, and operational efficiency.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Continuously improve HR processes and tools to better support the business.
• . Hands-on Ownership of Core HR Operations
• Manage timecard and attendance processes, ensuring accurate tracking, approvals, and compliance with company policies
• Support payroll & benefits administration, including enrollments, life event changes, terminations, and annual open enrollment support
• Lead onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire documentation, orientation, and exit procedures
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data with confidentiality and attention to detail
• Track mandatory training, certifications, and policy acknowledgments to ensure compliance
• Provide direct operational support to employees and managers on day-to-day HR inquiries and issues
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, and documentation to uphold compliance and operational standards
  
  

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Effective communication skills (written/verbal) across all levels of the company
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy and consistent follow-through
• Excellent Presentation skill
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with HRIS systems or a willingness to learn
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity
• A proactive attitude and thrives under pressure
• Bilingual language skills in Mandarin
  
  

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience with HRIS and ATS
• HR Certification