Human Resources Manager

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Summary

The HR Manager is a strategic business partner responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in the Food Division. This role serves as a consultant to leadership on HR issues, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness while championing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance oversight, and data-driven HR initiatives. The HR Manager is an employee advocate, change agent, and trusted advisor with strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partners with leadership and consults with management to provide HR guidance, policy interpretation, and business-aligned solutions.
• Leads organizational design initiatives, including department restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning
• Develops and implements employee experience strategies to enhance engagement, productivity, and retention
• Utilizes HR analytics and workforce data to drive informed decision-making
• Manages end-to-end talent acquisition, including recruiting, candidate experience, and digital recruitment strategies
• Oversees staffing activities, including sourcing, recruiting, onboarding, and ensuring a strong candidate pipeline.

• Identifies training and development needs through data analysis and stakeholder consultation
• Supports change management initiatives and organizational transformation projects
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) programs

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues while conducting thorough, objective investigations
• Provides performance management guidance, including coaching, career development, and disciplinary actions
• Builds positive work relationships and fosters a culture that supports engagement, productivity, and retention.
• Implements conflict resolution and mediation strategies

• Maintains current knowledge of federal and state employment laws, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing legal risks
• Ensures adherence to safety, harassment prevention, and anti-discrimination policies

Core Competencies

• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational design, employee relations, performance management, and federal and state employment laws
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate HR initiatives into business impact
• Data analysis and interpretation skills with the ability to create actionable insights
• Change management and organizational development expertise
• Advanced cultural and emotional intelligence
• High integrity with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or additional coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in human resources, including generalist or management responsibilities
• Minimum of three (3) years leading HR staff
• Experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking, learning management, and performance management platforms.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) required
• Additional certifications in change management, project management, or DEIB are highly valued
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint presentation development
• Experience with social media recruiting and digital talent acquisition tools
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and partner across all organizational levels
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Proven experience in crisis management, conflict resolution, and problem-solving in complex organizational settings

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

* Short and Long Term Disability

* 401K with matching contribution

* Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Wellness Program

* Educational Assistance Program

* Paid Vacation and holidays

* Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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