Job Abstract

We’re seeking an experienced and dynamic People & Culture (Human Resources) leader to join our team as a Vice President, People & Culture - Business Partners, based out of our Carlsbad, CA headquarters. 

This role works across our HQ and retail teams, and will be instrumental in the creation and execution of our P&C strategy, aligning P&C initiatives and Talent Strategies with business objectives. In this role, you will lead a team of talented P&C Business Partners, Employee Relations Business Partners, and Generalists to deliver exceptional P&C partnership and services across the organization. Our vision is to Inspire Happiness so we are looking for an innovative, approachable, P&C leader who wants to create programs and culture where we can allow our employees to live extraordinary lives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and mentor a team of talented P&C Business Partners, Employee Relations Business Partners, and Generalists, providing guidance and support in all aspects of HR management for both our HQ and retail employees. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes excellence.
• Responsible for working with business leaders to create strategic talent plans aligned to support organizational goals and objectives.
• Serve as an HR/Talent thought partner and advisor to leaders and employees throughout the organization with the ability to connect, coach and counsel at all levels of the organization.
• Responsible for creating HR policies, procedures and best practices, and identifying and implementing long range strategic talent management goals.
• Partner across the People & Culture team including the P&C COEs and with leaders throughout the organization to create an inspirational, holistic, and integrated approach to all aspects of the employee experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless and integrated alignment and execution of P&C strategies with broader organizational objectives.
• Drive talent management initiatives including performance management and succession planning.
• Drive scalable, innovative and impactful HR initiatives in a forward thinking, fast-paced environment.
• In partnership with Finance, drive the overall headcount management process.
• Leverage org design principles driving effective organizational strategy, process and structure sessions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement organizational development and team effectiveness programs and initiatives.
• In partnership with Legal, drive creation of employee relations tools and processes contributing to a strong culture of being in great relationships.
• Serve as a cultural champion responsible for creating and implementing a vision and strategy across the organization that fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture. Champion initiatives that promote a respectful and supportive work environment for all employees.
• Drive the employee engagement survey process and follow up actions.
• Oversee employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Build P&C metrics and analytics to assess effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives and make recommendations for improvements.
• Stay current with HR trends and best practice and ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Manage program budgets and annual forecasting.