Director, Human Resources Business Partner - Supply Chain (Distribution & Sourcing)

Req ID: 11796

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support our Supply Chain organization, with a focus on Distribution and Sourcing functions. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role will serve as a trusted advisor to supply chain leaders, providing strategic HR partnership while also ensuring effective execution of people programs across a large, complex, and distributed workforce. The Director HRBP will bring deep labor relations expertise and a strong track record in hourly workforce development, ensuring that our distribution centers and sourcing teams have the talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness needed to deliver on business goals. This leader will manage and develop a Senior HR Manager who supports day-to-day HR needs, while personally driving talent strategies, workforce planning, and leadership capability.

This is a hybrid role with a strong preference for candidates based in the Atlanta or Chicago market.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Strategic HR Partnership

Partner with senior supply chain leaders to align people strategy with business objectives in Distribution and Sourcing
Provide insights on workforce trends, labor dynamics, and organizational effectiveness to influence decision-making
Lead organizational design initiatives to optimize structures, roles, and capabilities for scale and efficiency

Labor & Associate Relations (in partnership with ARLR COE)

Collaborate with the Associate & Labor Relations COE to shape and execute labor strategies, ensuring alignment with business needs
Influence leaders on employee relations approaches, escalation protocols, and proactive labor risk management
Build manager capability in handling employee relations and fostering a positive workplace culture

Hourly Workforce Development

Drive initiatives to attract, retain, and develop hourly talent across distribution centers and sourcing functions
Partner with leaders to design career pathways, training programs, and engagement strategies tailored to frontline employees
Champion Workplace culture and engagement programs

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Talent & Leadership Development

Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and talent reviews for supply chain functions
Coach and leaders to build leadership capability and manager effectiveness to create a high-performance culture
Partner with HR Centers of Expertise (COEs) to deliver enterprise programs (performance management, talent strategies, total rewards, manager effectiveness, and associate development) in a way that is relevant to supply chain needs

Team Leadership

Manage and develop a Senior HR Manager, ensuring strong execution of day-to-day HR support
Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development opportunities to build HR team capability

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or HR certification preferred
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a business partner or HR leadership role supporting supply chain, manufacturing, or distribution
Proven labor relations expertise, including union negotiations, associate relations, and compliance
Experience designing and executing hourly workforce development programs
Strong organizational design, workforce planning, and change management skills
Demonstrated ability to influence and coach leaders at multiple levels
Financial and business acumen with the ability to connect people strategy to operational outcomes
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and data-driven decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems

Travel Requirements

20-30%

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The range for this position is $135,500.00 to $243,900.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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