Human Resources Manager – Associate Relations at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas

Job Description:

GPS Manufacturer/Distributor

We are seeking a full-time Human Resources Manager – Associate Relations for our headquarters in the greater Kansas City area.  In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of generalists focused on retaining Garmin associates and/or managing associate relations for designated areas.

Essential Functions

• Analyze metrics and work with HR Leadership to generate strategic and creative plans for evaluating and generating necessary company policies, procedures and programs


• Interview, hire, train, supervise and evaluate team members and set the tone for the team environment and build healthy team relationships


• Analyze HR related costs and work closely with executive and HR management team to evaluate, update, and/or generate more efficient and cost-effective company policies, procedures, programs, and/or training solutions


• Work closely with legal counsel to ensure legal requirements are met in associate relations functions


• Train team members and participate in the review and feedback to managers of associate performance evaluations for designated areas


• Serve as a company representative within community organizations and industry events


• Confer with managers and supervisors to guide and coach on employee relations matters and company policies and procedures


• Provide guidance and training to HR Generalists in administering the corrective action process, managing unemployment claims, and other associate relations activities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Communications, or related field AND a minimum of 5 years Human Resources experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience


• 5+ years of associate relations experience


• 3+ years of previous leadership experience within Human Resources


• Must have proven experience dealing with confidential Human Resources matters


• Proficient computer skills in Word and Excel


• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills


• Must be positive, flexible, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast-paced environment


• Excellent presentation skills and public speaking experience

Desired Qualifications

• Experience creating and conducting training presentations

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.