Manager, Hr Ventures & Acquisitions

Our Opportunity

Chewy is revolutionizing the pet industry as one of the fastest-growing e-commerce retailers of all time. We are seeking a Manager, HR Ventures & Acquisitions III to lead our HR Mergers and Acquisitions projects. By joining our Integration Management Office Team (IMO), you will have an immediate impact on the business by participating in key business line expansion initiatives and driving human resources projects related to our exciting growth! This role will require a thought leader who will be the main point of contact for HR partnering, education, and presentation to Chewy’s executive leaders across the organization as Chewy engages in new mergers and acquisitions. You must have a passion for solving complex problems, thrive in a matrixed environment, be able to communicate effectively with internal and external partners, and demonstrate proven results in delivering large-scale programs. If you are an inspiring people leader with a deep HR cross-functional background, a strong cross-functional collaborator, and a strategic thinker, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Perform other duties and project work, as assigned
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including HR teams, business leaders, and external consultants
• In conjunction with the Director of Organizational Enablement & Compliance, develop and execute HR strategies and plans to support the successful integration of acquired companies, including onboarding, retention, and employee engagement
• Oversee the integration of HR processes and systems, including HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration, and ensure a smooth transition for employees
• Work with business leaders and HR Business Partners to identify and mitigate potential cultural differences and conflicts, and propose strategies to align company cultures
• Maintain and update enterprise best practices for HR M&A frameworks, playbooks and processes that will be utilized by cross-functional HR teams from ideation and identification, strategy development, integration planning and delivery of due diligence activities
• Conduct due diligence to identify potential risks and opportunities related to HR, including employee benefits, compensation, culture, and talent retention
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, including benefits, compensation, and tax implications
• Conduct post-merger integration assessments to evaluate the success of HR initiatives and identify areas for improvement
• Co-Lead HR communication and change management initiatives related to M&A, including creating messaging and delivering presentations to all levels of the organization

What You’ll Need

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on project needs, which may include days, nights, weekends and/or holidays
• 2+ years of experience leading large scale global HR programs or HR workstreams for merger/acquisitions
• Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills, especially focused on conveying complex information in an approachable manner to audiences of varying size and HR proficiency levels
• Must have a high customer service focus, with a passion for process improvement, analytics and attention to detail
• Position may require periodic domestic and/or international travel
• BA/BS in General Management, Human Resources or Business Development
• 5+ years of program leadership and program management experience (e-commerce or retail preferred)
• Ability to think and perform strategically and tactically

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