Corporate HR Manager - Talent Acquisition, Development, Employee and Labor Relations

Jerry's Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Corporate HR Manager to oversee leadership recruiting, succession and talent review processes, and employee and labor relations support across multiple locations. This onsite role in Edina, MN partners closely with operational leadership and the Vice President of Human Resources to strengthen internal talent pipelines and consistent employee-relations practices.

Role Overview

The Corporate HR Manager will lead exempt-level and leadership recruitment, support leadership development programming, and manage employee and labor relations matters, including investigations and union-related processes. The role also supports organizational change initiatives and workforce transition planning in partnership with operational leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment efforts for Assistant Store Director positions and above.
• Partner with leadership to identify talent needs and succession opportunities.
• Manage executive and leadership-level search processes from sourcing through onboarding.
• Partner with the Learning and Development HRBP to design and facilitate development programs for ongoing Assistant Store Director development.
• Create and maintain a bench of viable Assistant Store Directors.
• Partner with key leaders for internal talent review processes.
• Support performance management programs and leadership assessments.
• Use HR metrics to evaluate recruiting effectiveness, retention, and development outcomes.
• Manage employee relations matters, including performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, and workplace concerns.
• Serve as primary HR contact for leaders managing employees represented by Local 1189, Local 22, and other small format locations.
• Partner with union Business Agents and Operations leaders regarding contract interpretation, grievance administration, and labor-management issues.
• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Maintain union seniority lists.
• Partner with VP HR on collective bargaining agreement negotiations.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify current and future workforce and leadership needs.
• Develop workforce strategies that support business growth, operational continuity, and leadership succession.
• Support organizational change initiatives and workforce transitions.
• Consult with leaders on organizational structure, staffing, talent development, and retention.
• Recommend and implement HR best practices related to talent acquisition, leadership development, and employee relations.
• Provide workplace training in areas of expertise.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including talent acquisition, employee relations, or talent management. Equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Solid employee relations and labor relations experience.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling complex employee-relations matters.
• Strong consulting and relationship-building skills with operational leaders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a decentralized, multi-location organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, highly preferred.
• Solid full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience with leadership development programs.
• Ability to commute to Edina, MN 55436 (required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday (or equivalent HRIS system): 1 year (preferred).
• Employee Development: 2 years (preferred).
• Experience managing recruiting/search-firm relationships.
• Experience with Workday or another enterprise HRIS.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP (preferred).
• Relocate to Edina, MN 55436 before starting work (preferred).

Tools and Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Workday
• Enterprise HRIS

Compensation and Employment Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Classification: Full Time, Exempt
• Location: Corporate Office - Edina, MN (in-person)
• Pay: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
• Salary Range: $115,000-$145,000/year, based on experience
• Reports To: Vice President Human Resources

Experience Requirements (Labor Relations and Recruiting)

• Labor relations: 2 years (required)
• Full-cycle recruiting: 4 years (required)
• Workday (or equivalent HRIS system): 1 year (preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

How to Apply

To apply, visit CareersAtJerrys.com.