Employee Relations Specialist II

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Concord, CA, USA
Hybrid
90K-120K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Food • Logistics • On-Demand • Retail
Gopuff is the go-to platform for consumers' everyday needs. We deliver, so you can enjoy the moment.
The Role
Manage the lifecycle of complex employee relations matters: lead workplace investigations, document findings in ThinkLP, advise and coach managers on disciplinary and performance actions, ensure compliance with federal and California employment laws, identify ER risks, and collaborate with P&C and Legal.
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What We Offer

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • HSA or FSA eligibility
  • Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Fitness Reimbursement Program
  • 25% employee discount & FAM Membership
  • Flexible PTO
  • Group Life Insurance
  • EAP through AllOne Health (formerly Carebridge)

Overview

    Gopuff is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist  II  to join the People & Culture (P&C) team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted partner and subject matter expert, managing the lifecycle of complex employee relations matters, leading thorough workplace investigations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws. 

    You will partner closely with business leaders, the People & Culture team, and Legal to foster a fair, compliant, and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

    • Conducts investigations of complaints and concerns, including allegations of policy violations, working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc.

    • Make recommendations on the appropriate course of action in partnership with the key stakeholders for Employee Relations issues

    • Document findings and write investigation summaries to be maintained in ThinkLP.

    • Coach and advise all levels of management through employee relations matters (e.g. performance management, corrective action processes, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, terminations, etc).

    • Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and Identify emerging employee relations and compliance risks and coordinate with appropriate stakeholders to support timely mitigation

    • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

    • 6-8 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in Employee Relations, investigations, and supporting field operations. 

    • Prior experience supporting California-based operations and familiarity with California state employment laws.

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

    • Professional fluency in Spanish, preferred

    • Proven expertise in end-to-end investigation methodologies (interviewing, evidence gathering, summary writing) and a strong foundation in US employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, Title VII).

    • Proven ability to effectively coach employees and management through complex and difficult issues, including making recommendations to effectively resolve issues

    • Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments

    • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, exercise high emotional intelligence, and handle sensitive, confidential information.

    • Strong analytical and conflict-resolution skills, with a track record of making sound, unbiased decisions under pressure.

    • Proficiency in computer usage, email, and Google Suite

Compensation

    Gopuff pays employees based on market pricing and pay may vary depending on your location. The salary range below reflects what we’d reasonably expect to pay candidates. A candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, interview performance, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. Exceptions may be made for exceptional individuals. For additional information on this role’s compensation package, please reach out to the designated recruiter for this role.
     
    This role is eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus and participation in Gopuff’s equity incentive plan.
    Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it—stuff happens. But that’s where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.
 
And now, we’re assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.
 
Like what you’re hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.
 
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Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Skills Required

  • 6-8 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in Employee Relations, investigations, and supporting field operations
  • Prior experience supporting California-based operations and familiarity with California state employment laws
  • Proven expertise in end-to-end investigation methodologies including interviewing, evidence gathering, and summary writing
  • Strong foundation in US employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, Title VII)
  • Proven ability to coach employees and management through complex issues and make effective recommendations
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to handle sensitive, confidential information
  • Strong analytical and conflict-resolution skills with a track record of unbiased decision-making under pressure
  • Proficiency in computer usage, email, and Google Suite
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Professional fluency in Spanish

Gopuff Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gopuff and has not been reviewed or approved by Gopuff.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive for eligible employees, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental-health support via an EAP, and life/disability insurance. Family-building support is also included through fertility and surrogacy benefits.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with an employer match that is described as immediately vested. Equity is also noted for some employees through RSUs and performance-related rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave is characterized as robust, with fully paid leave periods for birth and non-birth/intended parents. Childcare benefits are also referenced as available for working parents.

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The Company
HQ: Philadelphia, PA
11,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Gopuff is the go-to solution for immediate everyday needs, fulfilling customer orders of cleaning and home products, over-the-counter medications, baby and pet products, food and drinks, and in some markets, alcohol – in just minutes. With micro-fulfillment centers in every market it serves, the company delivers thousands of products quickly for a flat $2.95 delivery charge. Gopuff is open 24/7 in many markets and late-night everywhere else to bring customers what they need when they need it most. Gopuff was founded in 2013 by co-CEOs Rafael Ilishayev and Yakir Gola when they were college students at Drexel University. The Philadelphia-based company now operates more than 600 micro-fulfillment centers in more than 1000 markets across the United States, including Chicago and its suburbs. It has raised more than $3.4B in funding.

Why Work With Us

We are the instant needs category creator, delivering in about 30 minutes for a $2.95 delivery fee. Our business model sets us apart: we own the products we sell and house them locally in our own micro-fulfillment centers. We have an entrepreneurial culture and constantly innovate to build new categories that improve customer experience.

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