The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) for the Distribution Center plays a key role in aligning workforce strategies with operational goals to drive performance, safety, and employee engagement in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. As a trusted advisor to DC leadership, the HRBP provides strategic guidance and hands-on support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. This role partners closely with operations leaders, HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), and shared services to deliver integrated HR solutions that support business priorities while fostering a culture grounded in doing the right thing, honesty, and respect. The HRBP ensures that HR practices are not only compliant and efficient but also enhance the employee experience and contribute to a positive, productive workplace.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Partner with business leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, ensuring talent initiatives support organizational success.
Develop and maintain deep business acumen by understanding the unit’s strategic priorities, operational drivers, and competitive positioning.
Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, talent development
Serve as a coach and advisor to managers on sensitive employee relations needs, team effectiveness, and leadership development.
Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform decision-making and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Comfortable operating in dynamic environments and making sound decisions amid ambiguity, shifting priorities, and incomplete information.
Demonstrated ability to identify, lead and support organizational change initiatives, helping teams navigate transitions while maintaining engagement, productivity, and alignment with business goals.
Collaborate with COEs to deliver integrated HR programs in areas such as talent acquisition, performance management, DEI, and employee engagement.
Champion the DC and the Columbia Sportswear culture of integrity, inclusion, and respect, ensuring HR practices reflect company values and foster a positive employee experience.
Demonstrated expertise in managing complex employee matters pertaining to Workers' Compensation claims, FMLA administration, and ADA compliance, including the interactive process for reasonable accommodations. Ability to advise and partner with employees, managers, and external vendors to ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations while balancing business needs and employee well-being.
Support and reinforce safety initiatives by partnering with operations and DC Safety teams to promote a culture of safety, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and address safety-related concerns proactively.
Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in all HR-related matters.
YOU HAVE
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).
5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a business partner or consultative role.
Proven ability to influence and build trust with leaders at all levels.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and organizational development.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to [email protected] with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.
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