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People Business Partner, Generalist

Who We Are:
Saks is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world.
On its website and app, Saks offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Saks for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world-class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.
Role Summary:
The Generalist, People Business Partner will support the Fulfillment Center teams based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. In this role, the Generalist, People Business Partner will contribute to the development of People Initiatives with a strong focus on recruitment, employee relations and talent management.
Key Qualifications:
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
  • 4 year Bachelor Degree, preferably in Human Resources, Retail, or Business Management
  • 2-4 years of applicable progressive professional and business experience (HR and recruitment experience strongly preferred)
  • Experience in a retail/merchant or technology environment and interest and understanding of the fashion industry preferred
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • You are highly organized and detail-oriented and can prioritize and multitask.
  • You have excellent interpersonal skills with the capability and desire to work within a collaborative team, and possess an interest to grow into other People related roles.
  • Must be flexible to work varying shifts and days
Role Description:
  • Serve as the People Business Partner and manage the implementation of People processes and initiatives for employees for the fulfillment center
  • Support information for all employee lifecycle events:
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition to manage the recruitment process for open Manager level roles
  • Manage full cycle recruitment: This includes, but is not limited to; research, sourcing (cold-calling), pre-screening, interviewing, qualifying, referencing, offer negotiation and placement management for junior level and high volume hires (i.e. below Manager and individual contributor roles).
  • Administer new hire, promotion and exit interview activities
  • Oversee New Hire Onboarding and Orientation planning and execution
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver an exceptional onboarding experience
  • Manage documentation for employee changes, including salary, reporting structure, position changes and internal offer letters
  • Investigate and support resolution of employee relations issues in partnership with the Legal department
  • Support the execution of employee engagement activities for the client group
  • Liaise with support teams to manage general reporting and data requests
  • Support the PBP team activities throughout the year including, Annual Talent Review Process and Annual Goal Setting Process
  • Participate in and/or lead task forces and special projects
Your Life and Career at Saks:
  • Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities
  • A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
  • Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
  • An amazing employee discount
Thank you for your interest with Saks. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.