Johnson Outdoors

Human Resources Manager

Johnson Outdoors$110K — $125K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or equivalent.
  • 5 years of HR experience leading teams and projects.
  • Proven hands-on management skills with high integrity.
  • Ability to effectively engage diverse personalities across the organization.
  • Experience managing the entire recruitment cycle from sourcing to onboarding.
  • Strong knowledge of HR functions like employee relations, benefits, and talent management.
  • Demonstrated project management skills from conception to implementation.

Responsibilities

  • Direct all human resources functions and support day-to-day HR activities.
  • Provide HR management support in employee engagement, learning, and organizational design.
  • Collaborate with global HR teams on company-wide initiatives and program evaluations.
  • Align HR strategies with business objectives as a partner to leadership.
  • Mentor and coach managers while acting as a functional expert.
  • Balance organizational needs with employee satisfaction for optimal outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and organizational HR policies.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with management bonus potential and annual pay increases.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and tuition assistance.
  • Collaborative and casual work environment with fun company events.
  • 401(k) plan with company match, life and disability insurance, and college savings plans.
Full Job Description
Your HR Adventure awaits. Come help shape the future growth of Johnson Outdoors by playing a key role within the Human Resources department. Located at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on the shores of beautiful Lake Eufaula, Alabama, the Human Resources Manager plans, and implements human resources (HR) programs and practices which include managing daily HR activities, employment, employee relations, learning and development, organizational design, employee engagement and recognition, safety/health, performance management, and total rewards. Acts as a business partner supporting a team of managers and partners closely with other human resources at other locations or shared services to create, implement and manage company-wide initiatives and processes.

What you will be doing:

  • Direct and oversee all areas of human resources as well as the day-to-day requirements of the function for assigned locations.
  • Provide general human resources management support in the areas of employee relations, learning and development, employment, management, organizational design, employee engagement, safety/health, performance management, recognition, company events and HR policies and procedures.
  • Partner with other HR team members globally to participate in managing system-wide HR initiatives, evaluate programs, and develop/implement simplified, market-driven approaches.
  • Serve as business partner with leadership to align HR strategies/initiatives with business objectives. Bring an HR perspective to business planning, bring business perspectives to HR strategy and implement plans accordingly.
  • Act as mentor, coach, thought leader and functional expert with leaders.
  • Facilitate an excellent balance between the organization and the employees' needs to ensure best outcomes for both parties.
  • Serve as a catalyst to instill our core values throughout the organization which contributes to a united culture.
  • Ensure program compliance with local, state and federal regulations as well as organizational policies and requirements. Direct the interpretation and application of established human resources policies.
  • Maintain positive employee relations that promote satisfaction, retention and high employee engagement.


What you need to succeed:

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or equivalent.
  • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of human resources experience including leading other human resources staff, projects and functions.
  • Hands-on manager with unique skills, drive and a high degree of integrity.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with highly diverse personalities across the entire organization and styles to maximize the positive outcome of such interactions.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in managing the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding coordination.
  • Strong knowledge of human resources functions including employee relations, benefits, recruitment, talent management and organizational design.
  • Experience in successfully managing projects from concept development to implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities to effectively provide direction.
  • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills to communicate with all levels of employees and leader as well as external organizations.
  • Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems with a group or individual in a timely manner and proactively develop alternative solutions.
  • Creative, out of the box thinker.
  • Demonstrated expertise on all regulatory environment and compliance requirements, including items such as ERISA, EEOC, FMLA, etc.
  • Experience or proven competencies to function effectively in a matrix organization with global locations.
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, along with a strong attention to detail.
  • Compensation: $110,000 to $125,000 depending upon experience.


A few pointers about our culture:

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out in the great outdoors.
  • We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about providing superior solutions flexible to meet any event's needs or mission requirements.
  • We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
  • We value team members who are willing to wear many hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask help, to assist others and work together.


What you will receive:

  • Share in the company's success with competitive base salary with additional earning potential through participation in the management bonus program, and eligibility for annual pay increases.
  • Find work/life balance with generous Paid Time Off and holiday benefits, a full benefits package, and broad range of employee support and fitness and wellness plans.
  • Further your career with performance development and training opportunities, including our tuition assistance program.
  • Have fun at work, enjoying a collaborative and casual work environment, participating in fun company events, and taking advantage of great employee discounts on all our outdoor recreational products.
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k) with company match and deferred retirement contributions, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, college savings program, life and LTD insurance, and more.


Johnson Outdoors Fishing Business & Brand Snapshot
• Industry: Outdoor Recreation & Consumer Products
• Business Unit: Fishing
• Brands: Minn Kota®, Humminbird®, Cannon®
• Products: Marine Electronics, Fish Finders, Sonar Technology, Trolling Motors, Connected Fishing Solutions
• Key Skills: Product Development, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, Consumer Insights, Product Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing
• Technology Focus: Sonar Systems, GPS Navigation, Wireless Connectivity, Marine Electronics, Power Systems, Connected Devices

About Johnson Outdoors

Johnson Outdoors is a leading global outdoor recreation company that turns ideas into adventure with innovative, top-quality products. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft, Marine Electronics, Diving and Outdoor Gear. Johnson Outdoors' familiar brands include Old Town Canoes and Kayaks, Ocean Kayak, Carlisle Paddles, Minn Kota Motors, Humminbird fish finders, SCUBAPRO dive equipment, and Eureka! camping and hiking equipment. The company has operations in 24 countries and sells products to customers in more than 90 countries around the world.
Learn more about Johnson Outdoors
Size
1,400 employees
Market Cap
$679.7 million
Industry
Net Income
$68.6 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
+8.7%
Revenue
$631.8 million
NASDAQ

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