DHL Global Forwarding

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Renton, WA

Join Our Team Where PEOPLE Matter!

At DHL Global Forwarding, PEOPLE are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner who is passionate about enhancing the employee experience through innovative programs and strategic support. Are you a dynamic leader with a knack for providing valuable advice and support to managers and employees? Have your consultative skills helped guide your client groups toward making impactful business decisions? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Senior Human Resources Business Partner role based at our Renton, WA facility.

About the Role:

As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, you'll provide day-to-day HR support and counsel to various teams, covering areas such as recruiting, compensation, benefits, training, employee and labor relations, employee communications, and safety and employment documentation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the consistent application of policies and procedures and serve as a vital link between internal departments and external organizations.

How You'll Contribute:


  • In this role, you'll take the lead on HR efforts with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, engagement, and retention. Your key responsibilities will include:
  • Administering core HR processes, including employment, labor and employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, and workforce planning.
  • Consulting with leadership on strategic and tactical HR issues.
  • Administering approved company-wide employee relations policies and practices.
  • Working with managers and employees to investigate and resolve employee relations issues.
  • Supporting recruiting efforts, including interviewing candidates, preparing correspondence, and extending employment offers.
  • Providing functional guidance, advice, and training to the business partners you support.
  • Addressing individual employee issues as well as broader systemic matters.


Skills and Requirements:


  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree in HR or a related field is a plus.
  • PHR certification is desirable.
  • Experience in labor union relations is preferred but not required.
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional HR experience with responsibilities in areas such as employment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and training.
  • Knowledge of the transportation, logistics, and/or manufacturing industries is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Strong knowledge of employment, employee relations, compensation, and salary administration, along with the laws governing these areas.
  • Excellent consultative, influencing, conflict management, facilitation, communication (written and oral), analytical, organizational, and diplomacy skills.
  • If you're ready to make a difference in our business and contribute to a positive employee experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


$98,650 to $164,410 (Based on Experience)

Benefits: (All non-union employees)


  • Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.
  • 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.
  • Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group’s success as shareholders.
  • Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.
  • Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
  • Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.
  • Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.


Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED EXTERNALLY AS TOP EMPLOYER AND

A GREAT PLACE TO WORK !

WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO YOU?


  • It means that when you partner with DHL Global Forwarding you’re working with an ethical and socially responsible company.
  • We believe that when people love to come to work, they give more, try harder for their Customers, and are proud of the service they give.
  • And that’s why external organizations have granted us different accolades for our people practices


Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World

Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose: We connect people, improving their lives.

Our Values: Respect & Results

Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility



At DHL Global Forwarding we cultivate a culture that values both respect and results, placing a strong emphasis on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization:

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

About DHL Global Forwarding (DGF):

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

Our business model is very asset-light, as it is based on the brokerage of transport services between customers and freight carriers. We consolidate shipments to achieve higher volumes, purchase cargo space at better conditions and optimize network utilization. Our global presence means we can offer a variety of routing options and meet our customers' increasing demand for multimodal shipments.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Vets. Click here for EEO Statements and Reasonable Accommodations.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Human Resources
  • Industries

    Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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