Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Why Kimbrell’s?

Established in 1915 with a passion to improve the happiness and well-being of others through home furnishings, Kimbrell’s Home Furnishings (Furniture Distributors, Inc.) operates 44 retail stores across North Carolina and South Carolina. Today we remain under the stewardship of the third and fourth generations of the Kimbrell family and are committed as ever to the mantra that if our people are successful, the Company will be successful.

About The Role

Kimbrell’s is looking to hire a Director of People, who will serve as a member of the Company’s Senior Leadership Team and report directly to its President. As Director of People, you’ll be responsible for talent acquisition and human resources, as well as promoting Kimbrell’s values across our retail footprint and within our executive office. Your expertise will ensure Kimbrell’s attracts, hires, and retains the right talent. You will be responsible for implementing effective ways to find candidates, building connections with potential hires, and working closely with Company leaders to identify what kind of people we need in each role. Your main goal is to make sure we always have talented people interested in working here and maintaining our reputation as an amazing place to work.

In this role, you will have a home base at the Company’s Charlotte, NC executive office – where your presence is expected to actively contribute to maintaining a collegial and entrepreneurial environment – and you will travel to the Company’s retail stores as needed to promote the brand and culture. A hybrid work schedule will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

What You’ll Do

Strategize clever ways to attract and hire the best talent for our team

Ensure we find the right people for our jobs, from advertising the positions to welcoming new hires

Maintain our positive workplace by solving any issues between team members and making sure everyone feels valued

Ensure all HR-related questions are answered and employment-related actions, including on-boarding, discipline and termination of employees in accordance with Company policy, are properly executed

Promote our positive company culture through employee engagement activities, events, and initiatives

Supervise the Company’s internal Benefits Administrator

Monitor and manage the Company’s 401K plan

Monitor and manage employment-related insurance policies and matters

Utilize HR data to analyze retention trends, hiring outcomes, and identify organizational risks

Ensure all labor laws, regulations, and HR policies are being followed

Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership to align people strategy with business goals

What You'll Need to Get the Job Done

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field

7+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 1 year in a leadership or managerial role

Solid understanding of labor laws, regulations, and HR policies

Strong leadership and team management abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

Ability to analyze HR metrics and adjust recruitment strategies accordingly

Excellent time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with candidates and employees

Knowledge of HR software

What Will Make Us Really Love You

Previous experience as a Head of Talent Acquisition or Head of HR role

Previous Talent Acquisition and/or HR experience in Retail, Sales, or similar customer-facing industry

Proven ability to lead and manage organizational change initiatives

Passion for mentoring and developing future Company leaders

What You'll Love About Us

Kimbrell’s recognizes that our employees are at the heart of our ability to faithfully serve our customers and communities for 110+ years. To show our appreciation, we offer a generous compensation package that includes the following:

Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer matching

Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance: Group life insurance

Time off: PTO policy

More About Our Company

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All new hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.