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Full-Time

People Generalist

Fulfillment Operations

Posted on 10/23/2024

ShipBob

ShipBob

1,001-5,000 employees

Global logistics and order fulfillment services

Enterprise Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$58k - $96.6kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus + Referral Bonus

Junior, Mid

Batavia, IL, USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience; or SPHR/PHR, SHRM-CP Certified.
  • Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
  • Solid understanding of Labor related laws and statutes.
  • Prior experience working in a fulfillment center, warehouse, or manufacturing facility.
  • Ability to understand and interpret data as well as the ability to make recommendations and take action utilizing that data.
  • Must be able to manage highly confidential information.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, highly energized and open environment and work with all levels of management.
  • Solid presentation and speaking skills to a wide range of group sizes.
  • Must have stellar interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
  • Proficient in using MS Office, Excel, and data related tools.
  • Ability to work independently, requiring minimal direction.
  • Ability to travel required.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employees to resolve issues and conduct investigations partnering with People Team Leadership, HRBPs, and Legal as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource records and documentation, upholding compliance guidelines and regulations by performing periodic audits.
  • Train, coach, and counsel managers on people matters.
  • Partner with 3rd party staffing agency on-site representative to ensure proper staffing.
  • Participate in recruiting events and career fairs both onsite and offsite.
  • Source, schedule, coordinate and conduct new employee interviews for hourly roles.
  • Facilitate new hire onboarding training and ensure new hires are processed correctly with all required paperwork and approvals being completed properly.
  • Conduct new hire check-ins with all associates.
  • Participate in ShipBob Culture Committee and support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
  • Establish, plan, coordinate, and participate in employee retention efforts at assigned location in partnership with site General Manager.
  • Host employee office hours / open door hours.
  • Facilitate the smooth exit of employees by maintaining a consistent offboarding process to include acting as the HR representation during involuntary separation meetings and conducting exit interviews with voluntary separations.
  • Track employee attendance and manage disciplinary write-ups.
  • Participate in the progressive discipline and PIP process for associates within assigned location.
  • Provide support and communication to employees regarding new People Team initiatives and programs, including the yearly open enrollment process.
  • Presents at assigned site’s monthly town hall and start-up meetings.
  • Monitor, address, and communicate key people metrics monthly with site leadership.
  • Administer periodic employee satisfaction surveys and compile results as scheduled by the company.
  • Provide training and resources to the onsite Leadership team.
  • Process accident paperwork in support of workers compensation claims.
  • Additional duties, projects, and responsibilities as necessary or assigned by the HRBP and the People Leadership team.

ShipBob provides logistics and order fulfillment services for e-commerce businesses, catering to both small and large clients. The company utilizes a proprietary warehouse management system (WMS) to manage inventory and process orders efficiently. Clients send their products to ShipBob's fulfillment centers located in various countries, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia. When an order is placed, ShipBob picks, packs, and ships the product from the nearest center, ensuring fast delivery, with over 95% of orders shipped within two days in the US. Additionally, ShipBob offers services like EDI-automated workflows and retailer-compliant packing slips to help businesses manage wholesale orders. The company earns revenue through storage fees and order fulfillment charges, positioning itself as a tech-enabled logistics provider focused on reliable and speedy shipping.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$331.1M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

58%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ShipBob's strategic partnerships with industry giants like Maersk and Amazon enhance its freight capacity and delivery services, positioning it for robust growth.
  • The addition of experienced leaders like Gail Goodman to the board brings valuable expertise and strengthens the company's strategic direction.
  • The planned IPO in 2024 could provide significant capital for expansion and innovation, benefiting employees and stakeholders alike.

What critics are saying

  • The logistics and e-commerce sectors are highly competitive, requiring ShipBob to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Expansion into new markets and services, such as the recent addition of a fulfillment center in Western Canada, could strain resources and operational efficiency.

What makes ShipBob unique

  • ShipBob's proprietary warehouse management system (WMS) ensures efficient inventory management and fast shipping, setting it apart from competitors relying on third-party systems.
  • The company's global network of fulfillment centers allows it to offer fast and reliable shipping, with over 95% of orders shipped within two days in the US.
  • ShipBob's additional services like EDI-automated wholesale and retail workflows provide seamless integration with retailers, a feature not commonly offered by competitors.

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Benefits

Flexible time off

Remote HQ

401K match

Quarterly wellness days

Meeting-less Fridays

Parental leave

Happy hours, snacks, & club

Medical, dental, & vision coverage

Pet insurance