CORPORATE HR GENERALIST at The Kroger Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

Responsible for providing day-to-day support for assigned lines of business. Interpret and execute HR strategies developed by HRBP leadership in collaboration with Centers of Excellence (COE) partners. Administer HR policies and procedures. Influence associate experience from onboarding to retirement, managing associate relations, performance management, recruiting, retention, associate development and total rewards. Collect and analyze HR data to support business decisions and change management. Demonstrate the company s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Minimum
- 3+ years progressive experience in human resources
- In-depth knowledge of HR business processes and employment laws
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple projects and responsibilities
- Ability to collaborate within and across different lines of business
- Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively communicate and influence all levels of the organization
- Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion and initiative

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree business administration, human resources or related field
- Any previous experience interpreting and managing bargaining agreements- Provide day-to-day Human Resources advice, support, consultation and guidance, including application of HR policies and processes for assigned lines of business while ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations
- Build credibility by demonstrating an understanding of assigned industry, business objectives and finding solutions to overcome challenges
- Drive talent strategies in collaboration with COE partners from recruiting, associate relations, total rewards, diversity and inclusion
- Recommend, develop and implement programs to promote associate performance, engagement, satisfaction and retention
- Assist leaders with succession planning, identifying associate developmental needs and outlining actions to address talent gaps
- Review and remediate employee relation issues, incidents, complaints and partner associate relations COE and leadership to recommend appropriate actions
- Coach and counsel leaders to manage associate issues and deliver formal or informal feedback
- Manage compensation planning, annual performance, promotional and merit increases within budget
- Support HRBP and business leaders with executing structural changes and change management
- Review/modify job profiles, review market data, conduct profile review for leveling, and provide strategic input and feedback to total rewards COE partners
- Partner with HR Support and/or COEs/Shared Service Centers to ensure the integrity of associate data including incentive targets, job code, location, manager, and wage accounts
- Prepare unemployment claims, participate in unemployment hearings and craft EEOC position statements
- Travel up to 25% to support assigned lines of business, where applicable
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation