Human Resource Manager

at  MillerKnoll

Why join us?
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or other closely related field, or at least ten years of work experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of progressive responsibility in a professional HR role with at least three years in a leadership role and a track record of positive interaction and established credibility with senior management.
• Demonstrated expertise in HR communications, change and performance management, organizational design, talent development, talent acquisition and retention, compensation and employee / labor relations, and HR related statutory and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects successfully through the application of well-developed managerial and business skills.
• Ability to apply expert HR knowledge to complex organizational issues; effectively dealing with ambiguity, recognizing trends and identifying systemic approaches to solve problems.
• Proven ability to act as a highly effective negotiator with strong persuasion abilities and customer service skills while exhibiting an approachable work style; working exceptional well with and respecting individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Must possess excellent diplomacy and judgment when handling routine as well as emotionally charged situations.
• Proven success in leading, coaching and mentoring other HR professionals.
• Experience successfully supporting executive level clients.
• Experience supporting operations group with multiple locations, International HR, or labor relations preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to analyze complex situations and related data to determine appropriate actions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation/communication software and tools currently being used in the HMI office environment.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The HR Manager supports the organization through consulting with assigned client groups on the design and application of Human Resources programs, processes, and strategies. While acting in a senior capacity, partners with executive leaders and managers to meet business goals and increase their managerial capability. Areas of responsibility include pay administration, talent management, performance management, leadership and employee development, talent acquisition, organizational change and employee relations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Acts and thinks independently as a highly knowledgeable human resource professional that approaches management and employee issues as a fully accountable business partner.
• Acts as a consultant and business partner to client groups, managers, and employees by understanding their unique needs and business objectives and providing advice and counsel on human resource programs and practices in support of those objectives.
• Analyzes and presents information to the management team that enables good business decisions; identifies, establishes and implements metrics that drive HR performance and link to business strategy.
• Assists in developing and driving the people agenda for the business and educates business leaders on HR trends that affect the business.
• Coordinates and delivers learning and development activities as required, building competence and workplace performance.
• Develops strong business relationships with executive management, business leadership teams and client group to partner, coach, and facilitate organization and culture change.
• Evaluates and diagnoses human resource issues that impact the effectiveness of the client group; identifies needs and implements creative solutions for specific organizational issues that affect the client group.
• May act as a Work Team Leader for a group of HR professionals and/or support team.
• Partners closely with the rest of the HR team to support cross group initiatives and manages/leads special HR project initiatives.
• Provides counsel and guidance to management on complex employee relations issues, independently conducts investigations and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable laws and alignment with corporate philosophy.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.