ABOUT US
ARCHITECTURAL SURFACES GROUP, parent company of ARCHITECTURAL GRANITE & MARBLE, MODUL MARBLE, AND PENTAL SURFACES, has been a worldwide leader in granite, marble, quartz, tile and soapstone supply, now in TWENTY-PLUS LOCATIONS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. Our deep industry experience and excellent reputation give us access to the finest quarries in the world, while our diverse customer base gives us the buying power to bring our customers top quality natural stone at an economical price. We carry more than 120 colors of natural stone in slabs from Brazil, India, China, Europe and beyond.
ASG is looking for a SENIOR HR BUSINESS PARTNER FOR OUR NORTH AUSTIN, TX location to support multiple branch locations on the west coast. This role will provide HR leadership, consultation and support of initiatives in the areas of performance management, organizational development, employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compensation, process & policy guidance and improvement, immigration and legal compliance, all to ultimately drive business success. This person needs to be a champion of our culture, confident in their decision making, with energy & enthusiasm and a true passion for people.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior HR Business Partner position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units.The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues. The successful Senior HR Business Partner acts as an employee champion and change agent. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs.Communicates needs proactively with our HR department and business management,the Senior HR Business Partner seeks to develop integrated solutions.
The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The position may include international human resource responsibilities. The Senior HR Business Partner maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, itsmid-range plans, its culture and its competition.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT(S)
• Mediate and resolve employee relations issues; conduct thorough and objective investigations when necessary.
• Conduct weekly meetings with respective business units.
• Facilitate difficult conversations, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
• Consult with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with legal requirements pertinent to the day-to-day management of employees; collaborate with the legal department when necessary.
• Seek opportunities to build process improvements and incorporate best practices.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management(e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems,and safety programs.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Advise managers and supervisors on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment and recommend needed changes.
• Participate or lead HR related projects and initiatives.
• Identify training needs for business units and execute learning plans.Follow up to ensure development objectives are met.
• Readiness for growth through organic means or acquisition.
• Develop and nurture partnerships through human resources to bridge the divide between management and employees.
• Maintain awareness of the culture, plans, financial position, andcompetition of the business units under the HR guidance.
• Develop employment agreements and status changes for new hires,promotions, transfers and separations Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
COMPETENCIES:
•BUSINESS ACUMEN - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
•COMMUNICATION - Conveys verbal and written information using effective techniques and approaches that promote clarity, teamwork, and efficiency, and that reflect the company's core values.
•HONESTY / INTEGRITY - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
•DECISION MAKING - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
•WORKING UNDER PRESSURE - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
•RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (People & Equipment) - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.
•NEGOTIATION SKILLS - Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
•INTERPERSONAL - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
•DIVERSITY ORIENTED - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
•TACTFUL - Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others.
•PROBLEM SOLVING - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
•DELEGATING RESPONSIBILITY - Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.
•CHANGE MANAGEMENT - Ability to encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
•ACTIVE LISTENING - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
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