Distribution Center Associate Relations Manager - HomeGoods - Brownsburg, IN

Be HomeGoods Happy. HomeGoods offers an exciting and rapidly changing selection of home décor merchandise, including giftware, home basics, accent furniture, lamps, rugs, accessories and seasonal merchandise at great values. It's where highly motivated professionals turn for outstanding and unique experiences in a very creative and supportive environment. It's also where you will find success and stability that comes with being a part of The TJX Companies, Inc., the largest off-price apparel and home fashions retailer in the U.S. and worldwide. TJX is comprised of four major divisions - Marmaxx (T.J. Maxx and Marshalls) and HomeGoods in the United States; TJX Canada (Winners, HomeSense and Marshalls); and TJX Europe (T.K. Maxx and HomeSense). In late 2012, we acquired Sierra Trading Post, an off-price, Internet retailer of apparel and home fashions, bringing it into our family of businesses.With over $26 billion in revenues in 2012, more than 3,000 stores, and approximately 179,000 Associates, success is always in style at TJX.

We currently have the following HomeGoods position available:

Success is always in style at the TJX Companies! Ideal candidates will join us from all walks of life whether you are a new college graduate or transitioning from the military.After an in-depth and personalized training period, you will be involved and accountable for the following:

JOB SUMMARY

Manages the Associate Relations function within the facility in order to ensure effective associate/labor relations. Oversees the administration functions of the Human Resources area including payroll, file administration and benefits functions. Ensures that the Risk Management areas and unemployment are at an acceptable level. Ensures that all Managers/Supervisors and staff members comply with legal/contractual guidelines and when appropriate, maintain non-union status within designated areas. Coaches and counsels all levels of associates when deemed necessary.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Areas of Responsibility

Manages the Associate Relations function within the facility. Ensures the open door policy is seen as a valuable resource. Investigates all code of conduct issues to ensure the associates have a harassment free work place and the Company has no legal exposure in this area. Ensures the technical and professional development of staff.

Ensures legal/contractual compliance throughout the organization and conducts training in these areas to support compliance. Maintains positive labor relations between facility management and the bargaining unit. Tracks all relevant issues for grievance resolution and contract negotiations.

Coaches and counsels all levels of management and staff. Provides Operations with information necessary to manage their business. Ensures the consistency of all discipline and documentation issues within the facility.

Oversees the payroll, file administration, and benefits functions within the facility. Ensures the facility has a viable risk management and unemployment program, recommending strategies based on trends. Ensures the technical and professional development of associates in these areas.

Participates in special projects as assigned.

Job Impact

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Worker's Compensation

Recruiting Budget

Unemployment experience rates cost

Specify the number of direct and indirect associates reporting to this job.

Direct Indirect

Exempt 5 1

Non-Exempt 0 10

DECISION MAKING

Describe the kinds of decisions made by the incumbent. Also, specify what recommendations are referred to the next level of management or others for approval.

Decisions by This Position:

Hiring

Leave of absence policy

Grievance administration

Termination within department

Leave of absence approvals

Recommendations to Others:

Terminations

Hiring

Settlement of arbitrations

Benefits decisions

Safety

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Minimum formal education, if any, required to perform this job (e.g., Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Law Degree).

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent job experience.

Minimum job skills required to perform this job (for example: programming languages, strong interpersonal skills, computer software packages).

Conflict resolution skills.

Strong interpersonal/communication and counseling skills.

Labor relations/union environment experience.

Strong managerial skills.

Knowledge of State and Federal law (i.e., ADA, FMLA).

Minimum experience required to perform this job.

Minimum 6 years' experience.

3 to 5 years' experience in Human Resources (Associate Relations/Labor Relations)

3 to 5 years managerial/supervisory experience including 1-3 years Human Resources Generalist experience.

At the TJX Companies, Inc., you'll not only enjoy working with a stable and profitable corporate leader,
but you'll also enjoy the benefits that go along with it, such as:
Medical/Dental/Life insurance, 401(K), Paid holidays and vacations and Associate Discounts.

TJX is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.