Vice President Of Human Resources, Retail

POSITION

The VP of Human Resources, Retail will be responsible for all facets of Human Resources domestically for Retail at Ashley Furniture. Today, that includes approximately 4,100 employee throughout the US.

• Drive execution, continuously improve the core, and reallocate resources at pace;
• Understand and shape employee needs; create distinctive value for employees; build deep employee relationships;
• Provide the change management required to help all people engaged in this work to fully understand and appreciate the importance of unlocking and resolving challenges that impede business growth.
• Provide leadership and thought partnership to the Retail leaders across all the stores, helping to develop their human capital plans in line with the business strategy; lead and develop HR organization to do the same at all levels of the organization;
• Anticipate and interpret market change, envision the future, and decide strategic priorities;
• Boost employee retention and productivity through effective engagement and management strategies that recognize and unlock potential for performance and growth;
• Co-create meaning and purpose; engage and energize the organization; lead through influence;
• Work in partnership with the Chief Retail Officer and his team to understand all facets of the business, in order to create and build the HR plan organization that can best support the business plans;
• Attract, develop, and retain a high performing team of Human Resources professionals including HR generalists and related professionals in employee relations, employee experience, performance management, talent acquisition, etc.;
• Develop talent; build and develop teams; strengthen organizational capability;
• Experiment, collaborate across boundaries, and scale and invest new ideas;
• Create possibilities from new thinking, generate disruptive change, and lead change;
• Effectively manage and progress within an environment that has not had a sophisticated Human Resources function or plan but is in the midst of that transformation;
• Oversee organizational HR compliance; knowledge of multi-state and local regulations; working knowledge of employment law in each of the states of operation; ensure keen oversight of all risk and manage appropriately;

QUALIFICATIONS

• Spanish as a second language is desired;
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, master’s given additional consideration.
• 15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including 10+ years directly connected to a Retail store and distribution center environment
• Has worked closely with HR leadership in the development and implementation of a more modern Human Resources function, aligned with the business goals;
• Astute in all facets of Human Resources – employee engagement, performance management, employee relations, talent management, and talent acquisition;
• A person who thrives being physically in Retail stores frequently, and embraces the opportunity to travel to meet colleagues to better understand their needs;
• Has worked very closely or directly reported to senior leaders of the company, including serving as a business partner - coach and mentor;

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Telehealth
• Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing

Our Core Values

• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Growth Focused
• Dirty Fingernail
• Honesty & Integrity
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.