Human Resources Business Partner

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Heidelberg Distributing Company began in 1938, with founder Albert W. Vontz operating the business with “one man and one truck.” Now, Heidelberg services more than 26,000 retail and industry establishments across all counties in Ohio and Kentucky with our office locations in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Lorain, Toledo, Youngstown, Ohio and well as Hebron, Kentucky. Family owned and operated for 84 years; Heidelberg was acquired by Redwood Holdings, another family-owned operation, in 2022. Heidelberg proudly distributes the finest wine, premium beer, quality spirits, and more, to your favorite stores, venues and restaurants. Heidelberg is committed to investing in our 1,600+ Associate base, beverage industry and our communities. With our longstanding history in this industry, Heidelberg continues to thrive, adapt, and lead the way to our customer’s number one choice.

JOB SUMMARY  

The HR Business Partner is responsible for a wide range of functions to align business objectives and HR Strategy with employees and management in their designated business units. This role acts as a consultant to management on human resources-related issues and will act as an employee champion and change agent. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops actionable HR plans and initiatives to support the achievement of departmental goals 
• Works cross functionally to align business outcomes and improve organizational effectiveness 
• Proactively identifies organizational needs and develops strategies for resolving needs such as talent assessment, team effectiveness, staffing, and more 
• Actively participates with business leadership to source, evaluate, select and on-board talent 
• Assesses organizational capabilities and skills gaps to support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of talent 
• Coaches managers and their teams on development to advance movement of talent across business groups  
• Works with department leaders on the implementation of training, talent metrics and reporting  
• Advises and coaches managers on resolving employee issues  
• Manages complex or significant employee relations issues and investigations 
• Directs, recommends and proactively communicates appropriate implementation of HR policies, practices and initiatives
• Ensures legal and regulatory compliance including equal employment opportunity/affirmative action, FLSA requirements, etc. 
• Builds and drives employee engagement 
• In concert with management, builds and drives a positive employee culture  
• Champions a safe work environment and demonstrates effectual leadership 
• Actively participates in employee communications and provides right-touch HR support to the business  
• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; PHR or SHRM – CP preferred 
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in human resources business support role 
• Experience in distribution, a strong plus 
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills, specifically Excel 
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and Employee Management Software; Paylocity experience, a plus 
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employee relations, and legal compliance requirements 
• People oriented with the competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company 
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills  
• Adept at analyzing facts and issues, identifying options, and able to decide and recommend a course of action 
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrate the highest level of customer service and response 
• Independent and organized work style, adapts to change, and consistently meet deadlines 
• Effectively manages time, priorities, and can assume and manage multiple tasks without close supervision 
• Ability to make independent decisions and regularly suggest ways to improve services and processes 
• Comfortable with ambiguity and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This role requires full-time, in-office attendance. Travel to other Heidelberg offices may be required on an as-needed basis to support Company initiatives 
• This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets  
• Talk, hear, and see (including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus) 
• This is largely a sedentary role; however light to medium work exerting up to 25 pounds of force to move objects may occasionally be required 
• Work hours may vary daily due to business needs 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, employee is required to stand; balance; walk; climb stairs; sit; use hands to feel and handle objects, tools, or control, including standard office equipment such as computers, keyboards and phones; reach with arms and hands; talk; hear; and have specific vision abilities including close vision, vision to operate standard office equipment and read information in all modes of presentation (ex. Written, electronic); and have the ability to focus, process, and communicate information. 

Heidelberg Distributing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.