Bilingual Manager, People Business Partner

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.

Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.

YOU WILL BE:

The Bilingual Manager, People Business Partner will support our Saks Global Distribution Center (DC) teams based in Pottsville, PA.  In this role, the Bilingual Manager, People Business Partner will lead the development and execution of People Initiatives with a strong focus on recruitment, employee relations and talent management, in partnership with the broader People team. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Serve as the lead People Partner to the Pottsville employee population and manage the implementation of People processes and initiatives for employees at the location 

• Oversee timely and compliant execution of employee lifecycle events 

• Provide counsel to leaders on employee relations and demonstrate an understanding of HR Process and Employment Law 

• Partner with Talent Acquisition to manage the recruitment process for open roles 

• Drive org effectiveness by aligning talent, structure and culture to evolving DC needs

• Oversee new hire onboarding and orientation planning and execution, ensuring a positive new hire experience

• Manage confidential employee documentation related to role changes, including but not limited to salary, reporting structure, position changes, and other internal offer letters 

• Investigate and support resolution of employee relations in partnership with our Sr. Labor & Employment Counsel 

• Support the execution of employee engagement activities for the employee population 

• Liaise with partners on the People team to manage general reporting and data requests 

• Support People-led initiatives throughout the year, including but not limited to: compensation adjustments, annual talent review, goal setting, and engagement survey

• Participate in and/or lead task forces and special projects 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, ideally with specialization in Human Resources or a Business Management-related field 

• 5+ years of progressive professional and business experience, particularly within Human Resources or Talent Acquisition  

• Bilingual; Ability to speak and understand Spanish required 

• Proficiency within Microsoft Office and Google Suite (i.e. Google Calendar, Email, Sheets, Docs, Excel, etc.) 

• Strong verbal and written communication; this individual will be expected to effectively write policies, emails, investigations notes, disciplinary warnings

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and a strong ability to multitask 

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the capability and desire to work within a collaborative team 

Preferred Qualifications (nice to haves):

• Experience supporting a Fulfillment Center population 

• Previous experience utilizing Workday as an HRIS

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation 

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate 

• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)

• An amazing employee discount

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance). 

Thank you for your interest with Saks. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.