At North Coast, we embrace what makes us unique. As a company with local roots and global reach, we excel at the diversity of our Associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success. What keeps us at the forefront of progress? Our people. No matter where they work or who they are, we trust their individual skills and qualities and give them everything they need to reach their full potential.

Our Leaders are focused on building customer centric strategies, inspiring, empowering and developing associates, adapting to change, and driving organizational efficiencies to deliver results.

What You Will Do

• Partner with Auburn CDC Leadership on Associate relations, and act as their HR liason.
• Collaborate on CDC strategy and execution with CDC Leadership Team.
• Provide guidance to Associates and Managers on interpretations of company policies and programs.
• Lead Associate development & succession planning initiatives.
• Implement, manage, and facilitate training programs.
• Enforce compliance and company policies to minimize risk.
• Produce, interpret, and communicate HR Analytics and take action.
• Assist in managing legal issues and employment matters.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Collaborate on development of facility change management needs.
• Be point of contact for CDC/RDC Associates and HR liason for Managers company wide.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to see big picture and tie strategy to action.
• Thorough knowledge of employment related laws and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects to completion and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite specifically Excel.
• High empotional intelligence and broad people aligities.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting data/HR metrics.
• 5 years of HR experience with a focus on Associate relations.
• PHR or SPHR certification required.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Office environment.
• 5 days a week onsite at the CDC.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk working on a computer and phone.
• Able to lift 20 pounds at times.
• Some travel to Service Centers and Sonepar Corporate.

Salary & Compensation:

• This position is an exempt position and not subject to overtime.
• Pay is $109,500 to $142,400 annually, DOE

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Why work for North Coast? Own your expertise and your future.Do you enjoy a good challenge? Great, because we value bold thinkers who are excited to take on challenging tasks. We strive to be the best and we share our success with our associates, customers, suppliers, and shareholders. We are always looking to expand our teams to continue to serve our customers and to grow our business.

North Coast Electric, a family-owned business since 1913, became part of the Sonepar USA family in 2019. We have locations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, and Arizona. As a full line electrical distributor, we supply a wide range of electrical equipment to the electrical contractor, factory automation, industrial MRO, and commercial & institutional markets.

Our Competitive Benefits?

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long term and Short term disability, Life Insurance and a Definitive Career Path.

About Sonepar USA

Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Sonepar entered the US in 1998 and continues to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the market through a network of companies with over 400 locations nationwide. For more information, visit soneparusa.com.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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