<p>We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Director to lead and enhance the HR operations within our wholesale distribution organization in Orlando, Florida. This role focuses on fostering a positive and high-performing workplace culture while overseeing key aspects of human resources, including talent management, compliance, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on leadership with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives to drive organizational success.</p><ul><li>Develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce planning.</li><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on people-related matters.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing HR team, ensuring effective service delivery across all functions.</li><li>Oversee full-cycle recruiting efforts, ensuring the company attracts and retains top talent.</li><li>Create and implement talent development, leadership training, and succession planning programs.</li><li>Manage onboarding and orientation programs that support rapid integration and long-term employee success.</li><li>Serve as a trusted partner for employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution.</li><li>Ensure the organization complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws.</li><li>Maintain and update company policies, employee handbooks, and HR documentation.</li><li>Drive performance review processes, goal-setting frameworks, and feedback systems.</li><li>Coach managers and leaders on performance improvement strategies and best practices.</li><li>Oversee compensation structures, job leveling, and market benchmarking.</li><li>Evaluate and administer employee benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Partner with finance on workforce budgeting and headcount planning.</li><li>Implement efficient HR systems, processes, and technologies to support scalability.</li><li>Manage HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting to inform leadership decisions.</li><li>Drive continuous improvements in HR workflows, employee engagement, and service delivery</li></ul><p><br></p>
Executive Leadership Support<br>• Provide high-level, comprehensive administrative support to the CEO and three Regional Presidents<br>• Act as a trusted partner to executive leadership, anticipating needs and resolving issues proactively<br>• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with the utmost discretion and sound judgment<br>Calendar & Priority Management<br>• Manage extremely complex and dynamic calendars across multiple executives and time zones<br>• Strategically prioritize meetings, travel, and commitments to align with business objectives<br>• Prepare executives with agendas, materials, and relevant background information in advance<br>Travel Coordination<br>• Independently arrange and manage complex domestic and international travel<br>• Create detailed travel itineraries including flights, accommodations, transportation, and schedules<br>• Serve as the primary contact for travel changes or issues before and during trips<br>Event Planning & Coordination<br>• Lead coordination of executive-level meetings, board meetings, leadership retreats, regional events, and company-wide functions<br>• Oversee event logistics including venue selection, catering, audiovisual needs, materials preparation, and post-event follow-up<br>• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless execution<br>Email & Executive Communications<br>• Manage and prioritize executive inboxes using independent judgment<br>• Draft, edit, and respond to high-level correspondence on behalf of executives<br>• Serve as a liaison between executives and internal and external stakeholders<br>Administrative & Strategic Support<br>• Track action items, projects, and deliverables on behalf of executive leadership<br>• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials as requested<br>• Process expenses, assist with budget tracking, and maintain organized records<br>• Support special initiatives and cross-functional projects as assigned<br>Qualifications<br>Required<br>• 10–15+ years of experience providing executive-level administrative support, ideally to a CEO and senior leadership team<br>• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple executives simultaneously<br>• Proven expertise in calendar management, travel coordination, and executive event planning<br>• Exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills<br>• High level of professionalism, discretion, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment<br>• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)<br>Preferred<br>• Experience in a multi-regional or matrixed organization<br>• Experience supporting board meetings and executive leadership events<br>• Familiarity with expense management, CRM, and travel booking platforms<br>• Ability to work flexible hours to support executive schedules<br>Core Competencies<br>• Executive presence and strategic thinking<br>• Anticipation of needs and proactive problem-solving<br>• Attention to detail with the ability to operate independently<br>• Stakeholder and relationship management<br>• Adaptability in a high-growth or fast-paced environment