Director, People & Culture Business Partner

About Liquid I.V.

Liquid I.V. is a 360-degree wellness company based in El Segundo, CA, created to fuel life's adventures. Our product line features great-tasting, non-GMO electrolyte drink mixes utilizing Cellular Transport Technology (CTT)® to enhance rapid absorption of water and other key ingredients into the bloodstream-helping consumers feel better, faster.

Our products are stocked in over 30,000 doors across the country, including the world's leading specialty, big box, and online retailers such as Costco, Walmart, Target, Amazon, and many more. In just a few short years, our growth has been exponential. With this in mind, we are looking for world-class team members to help us continue disrupting the wellness industry and hydrating people in need around the globe.

One last thing (or two): We recently joined our friends over at Unilever to help us grow Liquid I.V. into a global brand. As a mission-based organization, giveback is one of the core pillars built into our DNA. Since 2015, we have donated over 36 million servings of Liquid I.V. to those in need around the world through our one-to-one giveback pledge. In 2022 alone we donated over 15 million servings to individuals and organizations making an impact globally, nationally, and locally.

As we move into 2024 and beyond, we will expand our impact, and create durable, positive change in vulnerable and underserved communities. As part of our mission, we are committed to upholding environmentally responsible business practices and championing an ethos of health and wellness for all.

We're excited to expand our team with a Director, People & Culture Business Partner. Come join us!

About the role:

As the People & Culture Business Partner (Director), you will be a trusted adviser and coach to assigned senior leaders to sustain our fast-growing organization by aligning business and people strategies and executing on P&C specific programs, such as performance and talent management. The role will be critical in shaping our culture, developing, and upskilling our talent, driving for results, and influencing P&C's approach to Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and engagement programs.

The ideal candidate proactively looks around the corner to build for the future, has a strong bias for action and rolls up their sleeves, and thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment. Business acumen, problem-solving capabilities, clear and persuasive communications will also enable success as the P&C Business Partner. Prior experience partnering with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and/or the corporate functions in the Supply Chain is required.

Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:

• Strategic business partner offering thought leadership regarding organizational, and people related strategy and execution to be able to understand and impact business goals and needs.

• Provide insights to guide decision making and offer proactive solutions. Provide expertise and mentorship on appropriate people management best practices.

• Implement and support People & Culture programs, processes, and initiatives such as performance management, compensation, employee development, and succession to align with business strategy.

• Conducts needs assessments and provides appropriate training, coaching and support to employees, managers, and leaders.

• Amplify our high-performance culture by partnering with business leaders to identify and determine employee growth opportunities, career pathing, skills development to promote and nurture our talent and achieve team and company goals.

• Analysis of engagement data and partnering with leadership to ensure actions are taken to improve employee engagement and focus on enhancing the employee experience.

• Partner with VP of People & Culture and other People & Culture stakeholders on Performance Management Program, Total Rewards, and talent and succession planning.

• Work with leadership to develop change management plans related to new initiatives and programs, organizational changes, and updated policies. Anticipate potential impact and need and advise accordingly.

• Leverage data to help establish people strategies throughout the organization and ensure the effectiveness and compliance of human resources' initiatives and activities.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10+ years of progressive people, organization, and culture work experience with commercial teams, specifically, marketing, e-commerce, and commercial finance, with at least 5 years of experience as a strategic HR Business Partner supporting senior leaders.

• BA/BS or equivalent combination of education and business experience.

• Have a bias towards partnership and the ability to work in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment.

• Ability to plan, execute, and drive projects from conception to action through planning, time management, organization, and follow-up.

• Clear oral communications to persuade and influence.

• Clear written communications, particularly in crafting policies or presentation of programs.

• Professional interpersonal skills that foster trust and partnership with employees across the organization. Influencing and relationship building to help coach and mentor employees, and other key stakeholders.

• Experience successfully monitoring the "pulse" of the organization to ensure a high level of employee engagement.

• Excellence in working and communicating effectively in person and with remote clients and teammates at all levels of the organization. Outstanding public-speaking and presentation skills with the ability to lead trainings and presentations.

• Demonstrated ability to understand multiple functions, complex business goals and identify root causes, and recommend new approaches, practices, and procedures to achieve continual improvements in business outcomes, employee productivity and engagement.

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and Human Resources regulations, and how these affects and are applied within the organization and to ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance. International experience a plus.

• A collaborative, supportive team player.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). ADP experience preferred.

• Demonstrated high level of confidentiality and discretion.

What We Give:

• 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options).

• A 401k plan with company match, short and long-term disability coverage.

• A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays.

• Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.).

• An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees.

• Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement.

• Copious amount of Liquid I.V. product to keep you hydrated!

Work Environment:

• Hybrid / Office environment with flexibility to travel for industry events.

The expected base salary range for this position is $145,000 to $185,000. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company's mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Liquid I.V.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.