Lead, HR Business Partner | Hybrid
- Full-time
- Compensation: USD120000 - USD130000 - yearly
Company Description
CRD Careers is a boutique recruitment agency specializing in Sales and HR placements.
We connect growth-minded companies with high-impact professionals who drive real results. Whether you're building a team or building a career, our approach is precise, people-first, and built for long-term success.
We don’t do buzzwords—we do outcomes.
Job Description
We’re seeking a Lead HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor on the Regional Retail Leadership Team. This role blends strategic HR partnership with hands-on leadership, ensuring teammate engagement, compliance, and organizational success across multiple retail locations.
🔑 What You’ll Do
Partner closely with store leaders to deliver proactive HR support aligned with business goals
Provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
Champion values and culture by fostering an inclusive, respectful, and engaging environment
Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to implement enterprise-wide initiatives in talent, compensation, benefits, and DEI
Analyze HR data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and operational impact
Ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws and company policies
Lead change management efforts and initiatives that drive teammate engagement and retention
Oversee headcount management and partner with recruitment teams to ensure timely staffing
Qualifications
Must-Haves
8+ years of HR experience with multi-unit location management (50+ sites)
Strong knowledge of state and federal HR laws and practices
Willingness to travel up to 50% (day trips, occasional overnight)
Relational, trust-building, and consultative approach with all levels of leadership
Proven experience in change management and organizational development
🌟 Preferred Skills
Retail HR experience
Bilingual (Spanish)
SHRM or HRCI certification
Union environment experience
Automotive industry background
Additional Information
Why Join Us
Competitive base + 15% annual bonus
Hybrid flexibility with Greater Minneapolis market focus
Opportunity to shape HR strategy across a large, multi-unit retail footprint
Collaborative, growth-focused leadership culture
🚦 Ready to Lead?
This role is active and urgent — we’re reviewing candidates now with proven HR leadership experience in multi-unit environments.
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