Job Description
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO:
Champion our unique values-driven culture to provide the best colleague and customer experience; recognize customer service behaviors and drive performance to ensure business success
Support with the delivery of talent management initiatives such as succession planning, performance reviews, and individual, clear development plans throughout Store teams
Analyze talent pipeline to ensure there is a constant flow of talent (both internal and external) for Store Manager and high impact, leadership positions
Together with Area Team and Store Managers, create inclusive work environments through education and training with focus on increasing the diversity of teams to ensure different perspectives are valued and respected
Actively participate in the interview process for store leadership according to needs
Work closely with Store Management and colleagues to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
Lead change management efforts to help store teams understand and adapt to new strategic initiatives and evolving business needs to drive results
Coach and aid Store Management teams to enhance leadership effectiveness, increase engagement of teams, and strengthen company culture throughout feedback and values
Monitor, analyze, and proactively project future Area needs, including staff rotation and expansion for all store positions, and conduct appropriate follow up actions
Develop a sustainable talent acquisition and hiring plan and strategy for Area, while building and overseeing the internal talent pipeline with follow up on talent development
Together with the Area Team, plan and organize introduction trainings for Store Management teams as well as for Sales Advisors for existing and new stores
Track and achieve HR KPI’s and initiate follow up actions accordingly
Together with the Area Team, ensure Store Managers identify, develop, and engage future talent with clear development plans and two-way dialogue
Evaluate Area’s training needs, make recommendations for ongoing training needs, and support in facilitating training initiatives with Regional HR
Act as a neutral escalation point for colleague concerns and coach Store Management Teams and Area Team on conflict-resolution and prevention of employee related issues
Together with Employee Relations, manage and resolve escalated employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective follow up as needed
Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of colleagues, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance and fair working environment
Qualifications
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline, or equivalent years of experience preferred
Preferably 2-4 years of HR, retail leadership or people management, including H&M Store Management, experience
Strong understanding of retail operations and HR best practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service orientation
Strong professional maturity and ability to deal with sensitive, confidential information
Excellent relationship building and influencing skills
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners and teams
Solution-oriented team player and problem solver
Skilled at time management, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient at Microsoft Office
Required domestic travel at least 50% of the time
Additional Information
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $96,000
Job Status: Salary, Exempt
EEOC Code: PRO
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Benefits:
H&M believes in rewarding our employees for their many contributions to our shared success. That’s why we offer a full range of inclusive benefits that enable wellness, both in and outside of work. We pride ourselves on being a do-good company and we have a comprehensive benefit package that matches that ambition. Please note, benefits may have eligibility requirements based on employment status.
We offer: 25% Staff Discount - Medical, Pharmacy Vision and Dental Coverage – Employee Assistance Program - Vacation, Wellness, Holiday and Parental Pay – 401K – Commuter Benefits, Health and Dependent Care FSA. Plus, additional Voluntary Benefits.
Our career site will have more details, check out: career.hm.com
**H&M, in good faith, believes that this posted rate of compensation is the accurate range for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.