Human Resources Manager

We’re looking for a Human Resources Manager who doesn’t just do HR, they elevate it. In this role, you’ll partner closely with our Chief People Officer on high-impact initiatives, and champion efficiency, accountability, and legendary customer service across the board. Key responsibilities include owning big projects, developing organization-wide communications, and spotting opportunities to add value before others even notice the gap. As the Regional HR Manager, you’ll enhance not only our processes, but our culture, reputation, and future growth.

This role will work out of our corporate office in St. Louis, MO and will be responsible for 25% travel to Tacony’s other locations - St. James, MO, Ft. Worth, TX, and Henderson, NV.

If you thrive on challenges, communicate with clarity, and turn “HR initiatives” into “HR wins,” then this is your next adventure!

What We Do

What began in Nick Tacony’s basement as a post-war, start-up company 80 years ago has since grown into an internationally recognized global products company with 8 locations, 300+ employees, and successful sales in over 100 countries. Now operating under experienced 3rd generation family leadership, Tacony Corporation (“Tacony”) is ready to write its next chapter as a distributor, manufacturer, wholesaler, and marketer of diverse and innovative products in the sewing, home floor care, and commercial cleaning marketplace. We aren't just looking for anybody, we are dedicated to finding someone who enjoys what they do, enjoys the people they work with and for, and want to be part of a growth oriented, people first, purposeful organization that is dedicated to the customer, and its mission and vision.

What You'll Do     

• Manage HR projects to include planning, coordinating tasks, and communicating updates regularly to keep projects aligned with deadlines
• Support compensation initiatives by maintaining updated job descriptions with consistent classification & job titles, and frequent monitoring of market data for company’s salary structure & variable pay programs
• Participate in any changes including developing job descriptions, researching market data, communicating new roles within the regional facilities to the appropriate departments. 
• Participate in the development, implementation, support & review of all HR initiatives, policies & procedures
• Implement HR programs and provide HR services, including; onboarding, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention and completing employee change transactions
• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential
• Ensure the organization is compliant with local, state, and federal legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions 
• Address employee questions, complaints & other employment-related issues in a timely & professional manner
• Investigate employee disciplinary issues and conflicts; bringing them to appropriate resolution

What You'll Need    

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organization Development (preferred) and minimum of 7 years’ experience in a Human Resources position
• Demonstrated experience with employment laws, practices and an elevated level of confidentiality and trust
• Effective communicator, excellent organization, efficiency, and prioritization of duties
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills focused on fostering relationships and approachability.
• Strength of character, ethics, commitment & reliability with an aptitude for critical thinking, problem solving and decision making

Bonus Points (Preferred)  

• Project management skills - special projects by clarifying project objective, setting timetables and schedules, conducting research, developing & organizing information
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification 

What We Offer 

As an employee at Tacony, you receive more than just a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes performance-based incentives, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs with health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) options, on-site workout center, as well as company paid life insurance, a generous paid time off (PTO) program including paid holidays and a volunteer day, and a rich 401K with employer matching contribution!