Manager, People & CultureUbique Group | Canton, GA | On-Site/Hybrid | Full-Time | Exempt
The OpportunityWe are looking for a Manager, People & Culture to join our team as a strategic HR Business Partner and operational leader. This is a highly visible, high-impact role that sits at the intersection of people strategy and day-to-day execution, supporting our leaders, developing our HR team, and helping build a great place to work.
If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving complex people challenges, and wants to do meaningful work that directly shapes an organization's culture and growth, this role is for you.
What You'll DoBe a Trusted HR Business Partner- Serve as the dedicated HRBP for assigned business functions, partnering closely with leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, talent strategy, and change management
- Coach and advise managers through complex employee situations, performance challenges, and team effectiveness
- Facilitate talent reviews, succession planning discussions, and leadership development conversations
Lead Employee Relations & Ensure Compliance- Own complex employee relations matters from investigation through resolution, including PIPs, corrective actions, and separations
- Manage ADA accommodations, leave administration, and ensure consistent application of employment law across the organization
- Partner with Legal on sensitive matters and serve as the subject matter expert on HR compliance
Develop & Lead the HR Team- Directly lead, coach, and develop HR Generalists and assigned People & Culture team members
- Build team capability through goal-setting, performance conversations, cross-training, and professional development
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused team environment
Own Benefits, Retirement & Vendor Relationships- Serve as the primary relationship manager for our benefits broker (USI) and 401(k) recordkeeper, driving open enrollment, plan performance reviews, and strategic planning
- Coordinate the annual 401(k) audit in partnership with Finance and external auditors
- Manage relationships with carriers, EAP providers, leave administrators, and wellness vendors; lead quarterly business reviews
- Recommend enhancements to our benefits and retirement programs that improve the employee experience
Drive Talent Management & HR Operations- Lead the annual performance management cycle including mid-year and year-end reviews, goal alignment, and calibration
- Oversee employee lifecycle administration, onboarding, promotions, transfers, offboarding - and ensure HRIS data integrity
- Support payroll coordination, benefits administration, and ongoing HR process improvement
Use Data to Tell the Story- Analyze workforce metrics and develop executive dashboards that inform leadership decisions
- Monitor turnover, engagement, and staffing trends; support headcount planning and budgeting
Build Culture & Lead Projects- Champion employee recognition, wellness, and engagement initiatives that reinforce our culture
- Lead strategic People & Culture projects including HR technology enhancements and M&A integration support
What We're Looking ForExperience- 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner supporting business leaders
- Demonstrated experience leading complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations
- Background in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or multi-site operations environments strongly preferred
- Experience managing benefits administration, open enrollment, and broker relationships
- Experience with HRIS systems, ADP Workforce Now preferred
- Multi-site, M&A/integration, or HR analytics experience a plus
Education & Credentials- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required; Master's preferred
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or PHR certification preferred
Knowledge & Skills- Strong working knowledge of employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, OSHA) and benefits compliance (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA)
- Skilled at executive communication, leadership coaching, and influencing without authority
- Analytical mindset with the ability to translate workforce data into actionable recommendations
- Strong people leadership skills, you know how to develop talent, build trust, and create accountability
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity and navigating organizational change
What Success Looks Like- Leaders across the business trust you as their go-to People & Culture partner
- Employee relations matters are handled quickly, fairly, and in compliance
- The HR Generalist team is engaged, growing, and delivering consistent, high-quality service
- Open Enrollment runs smoothly and employees feel informed and supported
- The 401(k) audit is completed accurately and on time
- Workforce data is being used to make better decisions
- The People & Culture function operates with increasing strategic impact
Compensation & Details- Salary Range, commensurate with experience
- Location: Canton, GA, this is a hybrid on-site role with 20-30% travel to Olive Branch and other locations
- Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
- Reports To: Vice President, People & Culture
- Career Path: Director, People & Culture
