In 1997, Theory was founded in New York on the simple idea that exceptional fit, fabric, and style can empower us to change the way we dress and live. The Fast Retailing acquisition of Theory in 2004 spurred global expansion of the brand, and today, Theory operates over 400 freestanding stores worldwide.
Nearly three decades later, we continue to perfect our offering of timeless, elevated wardrobe essentials. Inspired by the city’s energy, vibrancy, and sophistication, Theory is designed with the urban dweller in mind. Our aim is to create clothes that inspire everyday confidence—for work and beyond—so you can make your mark.
Position Overview
We are looking for a data-driven and solution-oriented individual to keep our internal HR operations running smoothly. The ideal HR Operations Manager candidate can effectively execute HR business processes and procedures, including the operational and data analysis management of performance review cycles, quarterly HR dashboard reporting, and HR data and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manage corporate semi-annual and retail quarterly performance review cycle operational processes, including calendarization of key deliverables within global timelines, data integrity and audits, reporting and analysis, and coordination with shared services HR Technology and Payroll functions for all systemic compensation and HR data processing.
- Development of HR processes and procedures for the HR team, managers, and retail stores, ensuring legislative compliance, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Oversight of Workday employee data and key partner in ensuring payroll and global timekeeping system accuracy.
- Generate and compile key HR metrics with a focus on actionable global dashboard reporting.
- Support compensation and bonus budget projections, minimum wage compliance, and ongoing compensation analysis, such as market benchmarking data collection and commission policy reporting.
- Ensure local and global employee lifecycle processes and audit standards are adhered to while proactively identifying workflow efficiencies and implementation requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional, cross-brand, local, and global shared services teams to optimize HR procedures, improve systemic and non-systemic processes and reporting, and implement local and global HR initiatives.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of direct Human Resources experience with a large, multi-state employer. Retail background highly preferred.
- Proficient knowledge of fundamental HR metrics, coupled with hands-on experience with HR data and reporting, and intermediate MS365/ Excel skills.
- Admin/ super user experience in Workday or equivalent HRIS, including experience in HR systems implementations.
- Proven ability to assess and implement HR processes and articulate requirements into actionable guidelines for managers and employees.
- Understanding of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, onboarding and offboarding requirements, minimum wage, and pay transparency legislation.
- Process and data mindset, with the desire and ability to formulate observations and problem solve.
- Trusted team player who thrives in a fast- paced retail environment with changing priorities, capable of balancing subject matter expertise with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach to hands-on execution.
Salary range: $115,000.00 -130,000.00*
*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.
What we Offer:
- Competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance and advocacy support
- Comprehensive time off policies, with paid company holidays, vacation & personal time, sick & wellness, volunteer time, and summer Fridays
- 401(k) plan with company match, and pre-tax commuter, flexible spending, and health savings accounts
- Inclusive family support benefits – paid pregnancy and parental leave of absence, monthly child care stipend, fertility support, and post-leave return-to-work policies
- Theory, Helmut Lang, and Uniqlo brand employee discounts
- Employee Engagement Events & Activities
- DE&I Program
- And More!
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fast Retailing does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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