Performance Management Associate

About Schumacher 

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wall coverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care, and an attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with many showrooms, both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is people. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Community Driven
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio.

About The Role

We are looking for a Performance Management Associate who is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing an organization's performance management system, including developing performance metrics, providing training to managers on evaluation techniques, analyzing performance data, and identifying areas for employee development to align individual performance with company goals.  This person will analyze performance data, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to boost efficiency and productivity. Their goal: help businesses perform better and achieve their objectives.

Responsibilities

• Identifying high-potential employees, creating development plans based on performance data, and recommending appropriate training and career development opportunities.
• Educating managers on performance management best practices, providing guidance on conducting performance reviews, and coaching them on delivering feedback to employees.
• Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting performance data to identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with employees and managers to set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) performance goals aligned with organizational objectives. 
• Facilitating the performance review process, ensuring fair and consistent evaluations, and documenting feedback for employees.
• Working with underperforming employees to develop targeted improvement plans and monitor progress.
• Presenting performance data and insights to leadership teams through reports and dashboards, highlighting areas of success and areas needing attention.

Requirements

• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• A self-motivated, proactive, fearless, and positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with minimal direction.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Strong understanding of performance management principles and methodologies
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills
• High level of emotional intelligence
• Ability to design and implement performance management systems
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Interest in coaching and mentoring skills to support employee development
• Stakeholder management and collaboration skills 
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

Wealth Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing
• 401K Plan

Health Benefits:

• Dental Coverage
• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• TELADOC

Other Benefits:

• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Company Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Child Bonding Leave
• Employee Discount

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.