Manager, Human Resources - 12 Month Fixed Term

Why join us?

Knoll uses modern design to connect people to their work, their lives, their world. Since 1938, we have been recognized internationally for creating workplace and residential furnishings that inspire, evolve, and endure.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Manager, Human Resources serves as a strategic business partner, providing guidance and support to assigned client groups in the development, implementation, and execution of Human Resources programs, policies, and initiatives. This role collaborates closely with leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives, foster positive and inclusive work environment, and drive organization effectiveness.

Key areas of responsibility include talent management, performance management, succession planning, leadership and employee development, organizational change management, employee relations/labour relations, as well as the interpretation and application of HR policies, procedures, and best practices. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting workforce planning, enhancing employee engagement, and building organizational capability to achieve business results.

This position is to cover a 12-month maternity leave on a part-time basis (3 days per week) with an hourly pay range of $44 - $64 per hour.

Essential Functions

• Acts and thinks independently as a highly knowledgeable human resource professional that approaches management and employee issues as a fully accountable business partner.
• Act as a consultant and business partner to client groups, managers, and employees by understanding their unique needs and business objectives and providing advice and counsel on human resource programs and practices in support of those objectives.
• Analyzes and presents information to the management team that enables good business decisions; identifies, establishes and implements metrics that drive HR performance and link to business strategy.
• Assists in developing and driving the people’s agenda for business and educates business leaders on HR trends that affect the business.
• Coordinates and delivers learning and development activities as required, building competence and workplace performance.
• Develops strong business relationships with executive management, business leadership teams and client group to partner, coach, and facilitate organization and culture change.
• Evaluates and diagnoses human resource issues that impact the effectiveness of the client group; identifies needs and implements creative solutions for specific organizational issues that affect the client group.
• Partners closely with the rest of the HR team to support cross group initiatives and manages/leads special HR project initiatives.
• Follow all MillerKnoll safety policies and protocols
• Participate in and contribute to the continuous improvement process
• Additional responsibilities as requested by Management to achieve business objectives.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or other closely related field, or at least 8 years of work experience. Master's degree preferred.
• 8 years of progressive responsibility in a professional HR role with at least three years in a leadership role and a track record of positive interaction and established credibility with senior management.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated expertise in HR communications, change and performance management, organizational design, talent development, talent acquisition and retention, compensation and employee/labour relations, and HR related statutory and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects successfully through the application of well-developed managerial and business skills.
• Ability to apply expert HR knowledge to complex organizational issues; effectively dealing with ambiguity, recognizing trends and identifying systemic approaches to solve problems.
• Proven ability to act as a highly effective negotiator with strong persuasion abilities and customer service skills while exhibiting an approachable work style; working exceptionally well with and respecting individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Must possess excellent diplomacy and judgment when handling routine as well as emotionally charged situations.
• Proven success in leading, coaching and mentoring other HR professionals.
• Experience successfully supporting executive level clients. Experience supporting operations group with multiple locations, International HR, or labor relations preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to analyze complex situations and related data to determine appropriate actions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation/communication software and tools currently being used in the MillerKnoll office environment.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.
  
  

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Physical Demands

• Primarily performs work in an office within a manufacturing operations environment.
• Ability to walk long distances throughout production areas to support employees and business operations
• Must be able to perform duties while wearing all necessary Personal Protective Equipment as determined by MillerKnoll’s Health and Safety department
• Must be able to perform in an environment with high levels of exposure to manufacturing noise, dust and heat
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials, files, weighing up to 10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
• Ability to work in multi-shift environment including flexible hours and weekends, as required
• Requires the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and respond to varying workplace demands in a fast-paced environment.
• May be required to conduct workplace inspections or participate in investigations within operational environments, requiring mobility throughout the facility and adherence to applicable safety requirements.
  
  

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

Compensation range for this role is $56,000.00 - $80,000.00. Relevant salary considerations will include candidate qualifications and experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors. The company offers a full spectrum of benefits including Health, Dental, Health Care Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Vacation, Sick time, and Parental Leave), Holidays, Retirement, Employee Stock Purchase in addition to other special perks reserved for our associates.

This posting is for a newly established position that is currently open.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.