Sr. HR Manager, Headquarters

Responsible for planning and executing all human resource activities within their assigned location(s).  Lead and develop
direct reports in all areas of human resources. Promote a culture of innovation and collaboration, working closely with
leaders and employees across the organization. Role requires developing relationships with cross-functional partners to
reduce recurring themes and pro-actively pursue continuous improvement in addition to ensuring alignment and
consistency of policies and programs with Duluth’s mission, values, and leadership principles. Need to connect with
people easily and have a detail-oriented mindset to handle the changing nature of the workforce.

Work Environment:

At Duluth Trading Company, we value face-to-face interactions that foster our culture of learning, creativity, and teamwork. The role is based at our headquarters near Madison, WI. You will work in the office Monday through Thursday, with the option to work from home on Fridays if you prefer.

What You’ll Do: 

• Develop and execute talent strategies including talent retention, engagement, employee relations, and HR
  compliance.
• Leads employee relations investigations. Partners with the Director of Human Resources and business partners
  in employment matters to resolve and create solutions that foster a safe and positive work environment.
  Provide a safe and objective open door for all team members to discuss their issues and concerns.
• Assesses training needs for the Corporate office to include interviewing, hiring, terminations, performance
  reviews, safety, and anti-harassment. In partnerships with the Sr. Director of Human Resources and the Sr.
  Manager of Learning and Development conduct a regular gap analysis assessment to determine continuing
  education needs for employees and functional leaders specific to HR compliance and practices.
• Lead efforts to develop and implement strategies that build a diverse workforce, cultivating an environment that
  attracts and retains top talent from varied backgrounds. Use Data analysis, to provide regular updates to leaders
  in the organization on trends.
• Supports the development through engagement with key leaders and Employee Resource Groups to drive
  continuous improvement in building a diverse workforce.
• Provides leadership guidance and support to the HR Generalist(s).
• Develop and maintain strong industry knowledge and connections
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Leads proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Adopt organizations values in personal work behaviors, decision making, contributions and interpersonal interactions.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward
  performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, flexibility, continuous
  improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun.
• Other duties as assigned by Director. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in human resources.
  
• Advanced knowledge of HR practices, including federal and state guidelines.
  
• The ability to work with and influence senior leaders.
  
• Unwavering integrity and confidentiality with employee and company information.
  
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  
• Strong delegation and partnership skills.
  
• Superb business acumen.
  
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google (Excel, Google Sheets, Google Slides, PowerPoint, Teams and
  Google Meet).
  
• Ability to build rapport with employees and vendors.

Duluth Headquarters Benefits and Perks

As we continue to grow Duluth Trading Company and its house of brands, the perks have perked up, too. We’ve boosted an already impressive benefits package to include: 12-week full-pay parental leave, paid holiday time for the important observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, and more! Why’d we go all out? Because our pursuit of a better way means that when it comes to great talent, better perks are a given.

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $105,000/year 

Compensation is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

The responsibilities outlined in this position description are a guideline for the general duties of the position and are not exhaustive of all duties inherent in the job. Duluth Trading Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Started in 1989, Duluth Trading Company exists to enable hard-working individuals to take on life with their own two hands. Folks that revel in doing it the hard way and celebrate finding a better way. We seek talented individuals who share these beliefs and are excited to further the Duluth Trading legacy with a digital-first mindset, always moving forward and always innovating.

From ingenious Duluth workwear, to comfortably capable Buck Naked Underwear, to outside-embracing AKHG, it’s all about the innovative gear and gadgets that equip customers for a more hands-on way of life.

Top-notch quality, immersive storytelling, outstanding customer service, and the shared belief that the go-all-in-and-dig-deep spirit exists with everyone are what sets Duluth Trading Co. apart. We seek talented folks looking to be part of a can-do team that’s hellbent on helping the world to gear up, get its hands dirty, and do.