Director Human Resources, Corporate
US-IL-Naperville
KeHE External Careers
Req #: 26380
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Overview: Good people, working with good people, for our common good. Sound good? KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you! Responsibilities: KeHE is seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Director to join our high-performing HR team. As a key business partner, this role will support our commercial sales and revenue organization, collaborating closely with senior leaders to align HR initiatives with business priorities. In this role, you will serve as the primary HR leader for a large, remote organization, providing both strategic guidance and hands-on support. You will drive change, foster collaboration, and leverage deep HR expertise to deliver meaningful business impact. Reporting to this position is one direct report, and you will work alongside two other HR Directors within a fast-moving, people-centric environment. We are looking for an experienced HR professional with strong business acumen, data fluency, and a consultative approach. Success in this role requires exceptional influence, relationship-building, and the ability to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR support. You will partner closely with HR Centers of Excellence to drive organizational effectiveness, enhance team performance, and support KeHE's commitment to our people, partners, and customers. If you thrive in a dynamic and lean environment and are passionate about driving business results through people, this role may be for you. Qualifications: * Experience: Minimum of 7 years HR Generalist experience, including at least 2 years of leadership experience managing direct reports. * Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required. * Certifications: Professional HR Certification from either HRCI or SHRM preferred. Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude: * Energetic & Purpose-Driven - Brings positive energy, a customer-centric mindset, and a passion for contributing to a greater purpose. * Integrity & Leadership - Demonstrates courage, credibility, humility, and a commitment to inclusivity while leading with high integrity. * Exceptional Communication & Organization - Strong verbal and written communication skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to stay organized in a dynamic environment. * Collaboration & Influence - Proven ability to engage, influence, and provide diverse perspectives across all leadership levels. * Agility & Prioritization - Skilled in managing multiple projects, tasks, and competing priorities in a fast-paced setting. * Strategic Problem-Solving - Adept at diagnosing complex business, people, and organizational challenges, offering thoughtful and legally sound recommendations. * Curiosity & Continuous Learning - Naturally inquisitive with a powerful desire for personal and professional growth. * Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Experience - Preferred but not required. * Travel Flexibility - Ability to travel quarterly within the U.S. for offsite meetings, employee events, and business support.
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