The Opportunity
A leading national supply chain and logistics organization is seeking a dynamic HR Manager, Projects to join its regional operational HR team. This high-impact, hybrid role is split 50/50 between network-wide strategic HR initiatives and hands-on facility leadership. You will travel across regional fulfillment and distribution locations to provide leadership coverage during leadership vacancies or leaves, while also leading strategic projects—such as revamping onboarding, developing supervisor training, and refining workforce programs—that elevate the employee experience across the network.About the Company
Our client is an established leader in supply chain, fulfillment, and logistics solutions across North America. The organization fosters a collaborative, high-performance culture centered on operational excellence, continuous learning, and long-term career growth. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.
Location
This is a hybrid role based in Harrisburg, PA, working 8:30am–5:00pm EST. The role requires up to 50% travel to distribution center locations across the network to provide on-site HR support as needs arise.
What You Will Do
- Role Scope & Strategic Balance:
- Maintain a 50/50 split between network-wide strategic project execution and on-site operational HR coverage.
- Network HR Projects & Initiatives:
- Onboarding & Orientation: Lead and support network-wide HR projects, with immediate priority on revamping and standardizing new hire orientation and onboarding programs.
- Workforce Training: Partner with operations leaders to design and roll out consistent, network-wide training programs for both frontline warehouse staff and temporary/agency workers.
- Leadership Development: Build and implement targeted supervisor and lead development programs to strengthen frontline leadership across facilities.
- On-Site Operational Coverage & Floating Support:
- Travel up to 50% across distribution center locations to step in and cover HR Manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or turnover, ensuring seamless facility operations.
- Provide independent, full-cycle HR support upon arrival at a facility, including high-volume hourly and salaried recruitment, benefits guidance, employee relations, and timekeeping audits.
- Operational Partnership & Compliance:
- Partner closely with facility leadership to champion workplace safety initiatives, manage Workers' Compensation cases, and handle unemployment claims.
- Advise operations management to ensure fair, objective, and consistent application of company policies and procedures.
- Engagement & Continuous Improvement:
- Drive site-level employee engagement, workplace culture, and retention initiatives across supported locations.
- Analyze HR and operational processes to identify, recommend, and execute continuous improvement initiatives that impact both individual facilities and the broader distribution network.
Who You Are
- Experience & Industry Background: 5+ years of progressive HR generalist or management experience supporting operational hourly employees and frontline supervisors.
- Primary Environments: Distribution, Warehousing, E-Commerce Fulfillment, 3PL, and Manufacturing.
- Adjacent Environments Considered: Industrial Operations, Material Handling, Big-Box Retail Distribution, Grocery Distribution, and Construction.
- Core Competencies & Autonomy: Strong critical thinking skills with the demonstrated ability to step into a facility independently, take immediate operational ownership, and partner effectively with site leadership.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% across the distribution center network to provide on-site coverage and support.
- Project Management: Previous project-based experience or project management skills to lead network-wide HR initiatives (e.g., onboarding, training, lead development).
- Leave & Compliance Administration: Practical knowledge of federal/state employment laws and direct experience actively managing Workers’ Compensation cases, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and overall leave programs.
- Employee Relations & Coaching: Proven ability to objectively coach and counsel team members and management through complex, difficult, and high-intensity workplace situations.
- Relationship Building: Demonstrated success building strong, collaborative relationships across staff, internal departments, corporate offices, and external partners.
- Organization & Drive: Excellent organizing, prioritizing, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with a high sense of urgency and sound judgment.
- Technical & System Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and enterprise HRIS / timekeeping systems.
- Education & Languages: Bachelor’s degree preferred; fluency in English required, with bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities considered a strong plus.
Why Join the Team?
Team members enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers its people, invests in their development, and gives back to the community—with the unique opportunity to shape HR practices across a growing national logistics network. You will receive a competitive compensation package alongside comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition assistance, home office reimbursement, employee purchase discounts, and career advancement programs.
About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search
Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Executive Search, Leadership, Individual Contributor, and Contingent Workforce Solutions, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.