Job Description:
At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
The Senior Human Resources Partner will operate across GAF Corporate Functions. This position is responsible for supporting multiple Senior HR Business Partners in organizational design, performance management, employee engagement, recruitment, talent development, employee relations, development of HR programs, training, and change management for specified client groups.
Reports into Director, HR Sales Residential and has primary responsibility of residential sales operations, while lending support to residential sales and corporate employees. This position is based in NJ following a hybrid model (3:2) office/work from home and is expected to travel up to 25%.
Essential Duties
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Partner with assigned HRBPs and business leaders to support all people strategies, including but not limited to:

• Develop a deep understanding of the culture and needs of client groups to align HR initiatives with the individual needs of business groups. Taking the time to build stakeholder relationships and evolve business acumen to assure trust and authenticity is threaded through all initiatives
• Partner with Senior HR Partners to leverage observations, data and feedback to develop and facilitate strategic client centric projects and working sessions focused on adding value and tailored solutions.
• Change management and integration activities, including process improvements in support of GAF's strategies.
• Employee relations activities within the assigned client groups according to established guidelines and sound administrative practices and in accordance with the organization's mission, values, and goals.

• Provide HR expertise on employment laws and practices. Recommends and interprets guidance to clarify issues, resolve conflicting guidance, and/or alleviate other potential or existing problems, such as those pertaining to adverse actions.
• Conduct research and develop/recommend solutions and process improvements on HR related projects, processes, and policies aligned to GAF strategy, culture, and business practices.
• Prioritize people development, advise and coach managers to drive high performance.
• Partner on talent management practices related to leadership and employee development, performance, career and succession planning.
• Employ project management techniques to plan and manage projects and initiatives.
• Partner with HR COEs to provide support in Talent Acquisition, Leave Management, Compensation planning and other related HR programs and processes.
• Leverage people analytics to drive insights into action, with a focus on driving retention and engagement.
• Partner with Compensation and HR Services to review positions, new job descriptions and compensation adjustments.
• Partner with TA and HR Services for new/existing requisitions aligned with the headcount planning.
• Utilize the employee feedback from different surveys (quarterly engagement, onboarding, etc) to analyze/ compare results and follow up on the action items for designated groups.
• Support learning and development activities across client groups; help drive engagement and awareness of HR programs and the HR operating model
• Provide additional support and expertise as needed.

Under This Roof, We Require

• Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in HR or related field
• Minimum 3 years experience supporting and influencing senior level leadership
• Ability to support corporate US and Canada employees
• HRIS experience, Workday preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills, including but not limited to data translation, deck builds, meeting engagement and follow up
• Excellent analytical skills to summarize data and recommend solutions/ next steps
• Excellent customer service and follow-through skills
• Strong learning agility, strategic thinking and problem solving

• Ability to operate in a matrixed environment
• Proven organizational, planning, project management, and prioritization skills to ensure proper and timely completion of projects
• Ability to multi-task and consistently meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professional demeanor
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity in all business relationships, both internally and externally
• Ability to handle challenging situations with grace and tact
• Commitment to quality work, customer service, and a "can-do" attitude
• Resourceful and able to work independently with good judgment, initiative, and common sense.

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• Masters' degree in HR, Leadership, OD, Org. Behavior or MBA preferred.
• CIPD, PHR, or SPHR or other HR certification preferred.
• Familiar working in a business partnering environment with a COE service model is preferred

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).