Senior Manager - Human Resource - Specialty Chemicals Trading Firm

Company : Leading Specialty Chemicals Trading firm (over 6 decades old)

Position/Title : Human Resource Manager

Department : Corporate Human Resources

Reports To : Director - HR

Summary :

The Human Resource Manager is responsible for coordinating implementation of services, policies and programs for personnel throughout the company; assist and advise employees and managers about employment issues. Work independently and display a high level of independent discretion in managing human resource initiatives.

Essential Job Duties/Functions :

- Take an active role in understanding the business and employee issues company wide.

- Ensure that HR policies and processes are consistently administered both in the department and companywide.

- Provide coaching and conflict resolution to managers and employees, and work with other members of the HR team to make recommendations for improvements.

- Facilitate employee relations issues as needed.

- Record and manage employee information such as, but not limited to, personal data,, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, performance evaluations and termination information.

- Clearly present information and prepare reports for management.

- Actively participate in policy and procedure development.

- Deliver a high level of service to ensure employee satisfaction.

- Perform a wide variety of tasks; the ability to change focus quickly as demands change is essential.

- Attend trainings and seminars to stay current on Human Resources laws, legislation, and trends.

- Conduct investigations in employee and customer situations, including but not limited to, harassment, discrimination, and violation of company policies.

- Use tact when expressing ideas or opinions.

- Assess situations and make optimal and speedy decisions.

- Display honest, trustworthy and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

- Display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment.

- Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.

- Assist other HR areas as needed.

- Performs project work and other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Duties :

- Assist in other HR related duties as assigned by the Director.

- Assist department team members as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

- May supervise up to 2 employees.

Education and/or Experience :

- Masters degree in Human Resources or related business degree or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

- 5+ years progressive Human Resources experience required.

Minimum Qualifications :

- Knowledgeable of local, state, and central employment law and regulations.

- Demonstrated ability to motivate, collaborate, and lead.

- Highly organized with a record of prioritizing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

- Proficient in MS Office Suite.

- Must handle confidential matters with appropriate discretion.

- Candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, enjoy and create a team environment.

- Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

- Must be able to communicate in English (knowledge of Hindi/Marathi desirable)

- Able and willing to work cooperatively with other team members.