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Full-Time

People Business Partner

Corporate

Posted on 7/22/2024

Weee!

Weee!

501-1,000 employees

Online marketplace for Asian and Hispanic groceries

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$120k - $150kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Mid, Senior

Fremont, CA, USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Communications
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Human Resources or equivalent experiences
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience managing day-to-day HR work, ideally as an HRBP or HR Manager
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information
  • Strong research and problem-solving skills
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Self-starting, scrappy, and resourceful work ethics
  • Experience and proficiency in Excel and Google Suites
  • Extremely strong attention to details
  • Can think on your feet but have enough humility to ask questions
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with managers to gain a deep understanding of their businesses to align People's goals
  • Provide strategic HR guidance in performance management, talent development, and employee relations
  • Foster strong relationships with supported teams, addressing concerns with compassion and a systematic approach
  • Assess team and individual development needs, make recommendations, and implement effective solutions
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and regulations, offer advice and counsel to managers on personnel and compliance matters
  • Partner with the learning team to design and deliver compliance training and leadership programs
  • Oversee the entire employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding
  • Manage disciplinary issues and provide strategic advice to business leaders
  • Champion organizational culture by planning and executing culture-enhancing activities
  • Support hirings by defining roles, aligning org plan, designing hiring strategy, and ensuring a smooth recruitment experience
  • Develop workforce plans in partnership with leaders to ensure long-term success
  • Support change management as needed

Weee! is an online grocery platform that specializes in providing Asian and Hispanic groceries to customers in North America. The platform allows users to shop for a wide range of products, including snacks, beverages, cosmetics, and health items, sourced from various countries such as China, Mexico, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Vietnam. Customers can access the service through a website or mobile apps available on iOS and Android. Weee! stands out from its competitors by offering free delivery and no additional fees, making it an attractive option for price-sensitive shoppers. The company focuses on sourcing high-quality and fresh products directly from suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing. Weee! aims to enhance the shopping experience with dedicated delivery and customer service teams, positioning itself for growth in the ethnic grocery market.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$863.9M

Headquarters

Fremont, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

31%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Weee!'s recent $425 million Series E funding led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2 positions it for significant growth and market expansion.
  • The company's customer base is rapidly growing, with a 150% increase in monthly active users year over year, indicating strong market demand.
  • Partnerships with brands like Everyday People Coffee & Tea enhance product diversity and customer appeal.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of the e-grocery market is fierce, with giants like Amazon and Walmart potentially eroding Weee!'s market share.
  • Maintaining the promise of zero fees and free delivery could strain financial resources, especially as the company scales.

What makes Weee! unique

  • Weee! focuses exclusively on Asian and Hispanic groceries, a niche market underserved by major e-commerce giants like Amazon and Walmart.
  • The company offers zero fees and free delivery, a significant value proposition that sets it apart from competitors who often charge for these services.
  • By sourcing directly from suppliers in various countries, Weee! ensures high-quality and fresh products, maintaining competitive pricing.
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