Sr. HR Generalist - Manchester, PA

Job Title: Sr. Human Resources Generalist / HR Business Partner
Location: 275 Regional Way, Manchester, PA
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Hours May Vary)
Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Why PrimeSource Building Products?

At PrimeSource Building Products, we don’t just build materials — we build meaningful careers. As one of the largest distributors of building materials in North America, we are a fast-paced, values-driven company where your contributions truly make a difference. Working here means being part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and impact.

As a Senior Human Resources Generalist / HR Business Partner, your role is especially rewarding. You'll have the opportunity to influence business outcomes, support leaders in building strong teams, and help shape the employee experience across the organization. You’ll be trusted to lead important initiatives, drive culture and engagement, and play a hands-on role in developing talent.

If you're looking for a workplace where your HR expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your work has purpose — PrimeSource is the place for you.

Position Summary

The Senior Human Resources Generalist / HR Business Partner serves as a strategic partner to business leaders and provides comprehensive HR support to drive business performance and a positive workplace culture. This role supports key areas including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee development, performance management, employee relations, succession planning, policy compliance, and change management. The ideal candidate will be both a hands-on contributor and a strategic thinker, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong relationships across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and consultation to managers and employees on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
• Support and help lead strategic HR initiatives related to talent management, organizational development, employee engagement, and workforce planning.
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics to identify trends, recommend solutions, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as a trusted HR advisor, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws.
• Participate in updating and communicating company policies and procedures.
• Investigate and resolve employee concerns, applying sound judgment and a fair, consistent approach.
• Partner with management to identify future people needs and support organizational planning.
• Lead or support the execution of HR programs, employee engagement initiatives, and internal events.
• Maintain HRIS and ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations to support HR strategy and leadership decision-making.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of integrity.
• Other HR-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented – Takes initiative with energy and urgency.
• Ensures Accountability – Owns responsibilities and follows through.
• Collaborative – Builds strong relationships and works effectively across teams.
• Decision Quality – Makes informed, timely decisions that move the business forward.
• Customer Focused – Provides responsive, people-centered HR service and solutions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a generalist or HR business partner role.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Highly adaptable, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information.
• Customer-service mindset with the ability to escalate when appropriate.

Technical Skills

• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (ADP preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Certifications

• HR Certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) are a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This position operates in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels.
• Regularly required to sit, reach, and communicate verbally.

PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is fully committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, religion, age, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other non-merit factors.  All persons shall be afforded equal employment opportunity at PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.

PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. prohibits discrimination in all aspects of its personnel policies, program practices and operations and relationships with employees and applicants, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring and merit promotion.  PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. promotes programs of affirmative recruitment and employment at all levels of PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.  PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. subscribes to, and will implement to the full extent, all applicable laws that promote equality of opportunity.

PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. PrimeSource Building Products, Inc. is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced based on merit within PrimeSource Building Products, Inc.