Director Human Resources - Distribution Centers Posting Number 2025-228537 Location US-CA-San Bernardino Address 570 East Mill Street Zip Code 92408 Workplace Type On-Site Position Type Regular Full-Time Career Site Category Corporate Position Category Human Resources Evergreen Yes Min USD $135,000.00/Hour Mid USD $175,000.00/Hour Overview

Burlington Stores is growing!  As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a Director Human Resources for our West Coast Distribution Centers.  The Director of HR is a strategic leader within the HR team and acts as a true partner within the business.  This position assists leaders in optimizing people, strategy, structure, and process, while supporting the Burlington culture and Core Values.  The Director partners with business leaders to resolve associate relations issues, with a focus on driving consistency in resolution across the organization. Continuously influences and supports leadership development through coaching and elevation of talent in the organization. 

 

The Director of HR will coach, consult, and advise leaders regarding existing Human Resources programs and services.  The Director acts as a support partner with HR COE’s including HR operations; Talent Acquisition; Compensation; Benefits; and Learning and Development.  Acts as the key driver supporting talent management in the areas of succession planning; performance management; employee relations; organizational development, and strategic programs.

 

A Day in the Life:

Positively communicate and demonstrate the company’s Core Values by developing trust and respect among peers and associates, building strong teams and partnerships and driving resultsEffectively leads the DC HR team consisting of HR Managers, Specialists, and Coordinators Provide guidance and input regarding HR strategies that support the vision, culture and business needs of the organizationIn partnership with business leaders, lead and drive the execution of all HR programsAct as the key interface between HR functional specialist and DC partners to proactively support and add value in the delivery of business objectivesBuild trusting consultative relationships with associates and leaders Support the business teams in establishing and executing an effective talent strategy (short and long term) and work in partnership with the Talent Acquisition teamInspire, coach, and influence coaching in the moment culture to effectively improve the quality and frequency of developmental feedback and improve the overall associate experience Administer and provide coaching to business leaders in managing engagement survey results and developing meaningful and effective action plans to improve engagement resultsDrive performance management program by ensuring performance expectations and policy guidelines are being met and are conducted effectively and in a timely mannerHandle various associate relations issues, such as investigating associate complaints, resolving employee conflicts, and advising appropriate action to leadershipPartner with internal and/or external legal counsel to prepare for and/or respond to any legal action or complaints filed by outside agencies; attend mediations, arbitrations, and other court proceedings as neededLeverage data analysis to proactively identify issues within the business and develop plans to address and minimize disruptionIs innovative and can identify opportunities to move the business forward; works with leaders to develop and execute processes and programs to support growth of the businessWill lead a team of 3-4 direct reports and up to 10 indirect reports

You'll come with:

Bachelor’s degreePHR/SPHR certification (preferred)7+ years HR leadership experience 3+ years retail industry or distribution center experience preferredMust be able to demonstrate expertise in all aspects of Human Resources ManagementDemonstrated ability to positively influence teams, build effective relationships, and possess skills to flex style and interact with associates effectivelyAbility to effectively influence all levels of leadershipHigh level of integrity and the demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional mannerAbility to coach, support, and developAbility to prioritize challenging demands and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating a sense of urgencyMust have strong business acumenKnowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations governing employment (EEO, wage and hour, employee benefits, leave policies and practicesAbility to conduct investigations, train and develop staff and maintain documentation in an organized mannerMust have strong communications and operating instincts, good strategic skills, sound business judgment and the ability to achieve goals by leveraging HR expertiseAbility to utilize tools (Workday) to leverage dataMust be proficient in MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Ability to travel to assigned local DC buildings daily.  Travel to corporate headquarters in Burlington, NJ quarterly.

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

 

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