Make a difference. As the Director Human Resources Strategy and Talent Programs, you will implement and influence the execution of Human Resources (HR) strategies and best practices to facilitate the attraction, development, and retention of an engaged and effective workforce in the district. This role will sit on-site with the leadership team. Frequent regional travel will be required to influence and build relationships throughout the district. **In this role you will:** + Partner closely with the District Vice President and leaders to influence and implement people strategies that support business growth. + Identify, research, and solve HR issues; provide analysis and recommendations to inform strategic thinking and direction within the leadership team; establish HR objectives that support the team’s overall goals. + Identify, create, and implement plans to promote diversity and inclusion. + Implement company-wide HR strategies and programs through effective change management, training, and communication. + Work with field and corporate HR teams to achieve effective and inclusive recruitment, onboarding, employment, compensation, benefits, talent management, and employee development practices. + Provide leadership and expertise in understanding all aspects of HR management; work with leaders to promote the effective application of the Company’s HR strategies. + Ensure assigned locations are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations. + Forecast, develop, and implement an effective workforce plan. **What you bring to the table:** + Minimum 5 years of experience: human resource management or related area, preferably in a large organization. + Four-year degree or equivalent experience preferred. + Knowledge and understanding of workforce development programs and strategies. + Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment, wage and salary laws and regulations. + Understanding of HR policies and procedures including compensation and benefits, health and welfare, leave management, corrective action, and other programs. + Familiar with continuous improvement techniques and practices. + Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. + Experienced effectively budgeting. + Negotiation skills. + Microsoft Office Suite, related applications, Workday or other HRIS computer skills. + Frequent regional travel is required. **Pay Details:** The expected rate of pay for this position is $110,000-$125,000 annually. This position is also bonus eligible with a target of 35%, based on specific and relevant business metrics. Additionally, the role is eligible for our profit-sharing plan and stock purchase plan. **Why should you join Graybar?** At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company. **Apply now and find out what’s next for you.** At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! As a full-time employee of Graybar, you will accrue THREE weeks of vacation during your first 12 months, and will have access to a wide variety of our benefits. Benefits include: Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Profit Sharing Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays, Employee Recognition Program Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled **_Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!_**