We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to provide onsite support for a manufacturing operation in Zeeland, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a key HR presence for leaders and employees, helping maintain a productive, compliant, and well-supported workplace during leave coverage. The role combines employee-facing partnership with day-to-day HR coordination, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable on the production floor and confident handling a wide range of generalist responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as a primary onsite HR resource for employees and supervisors, offering timely guidance on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and people-related questions.<br>• Maintain a regular presence throughout the manufacturing floor to build trust, support leaders, and address issues directly in the work environment.<br>• Manage employee relations matters by conducting follow-up, supporting disciplinary processes, and helping resolve conflicts in a fair and consistent manner.<br>• Assist with staffing activities by supporting workforce planning, participating in candidate screening, and coordinating interview logistics.<br>• Oversee onboarding and orientation activities to help employees transition smoothly into the organization.<br>• Ensure HR practices align with employment laws, internal policies, and applicable workplace compliance standards in a regulated manufacturing setting.<br>• Prepare and maintain employee documentation, HR records, and routine reporting with accuracy and attention to confidentiality.<br>• Process unemployment-related documentation and provide administrative support tied to employee status changes and other HR transactions.<br>• Partner with onsite leadership through regular meetings and day-to-day coaching to support people decisions and operational needs.
<p>We are looking for a Sourcing Manager to lead supplier partnerships and strengthen category performance in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position plays a key role in identifying sourcing opportunities, guiding negotiations, and improving product assortment decisions through data-driven analysis. The ideal candidate will work closely with purchasing, sales, marketing to support growth, profitability, and competitive positioning across domestic and international vendor networks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead domestic and international sourcing efforts by researching supply markets, identifying vendors with relevant experience, and developing strategies that support category growth and business objectives.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive supplier partnerships, including onboarding new vendors, coordinating item setup and maintenance, and ensuring required compliance standards are met.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to improve the value chain, expand distribution opportunities, and strengthen category competitiveness across multiple channels.</p><p>• Plan and manage category review activities, using performance data and market insights to recommend assortment changes, promotional opportunities, and profitable growth initiatives.</p><p>• Negotiate supplier agreements covering cost, trade support, promotional funding, display pricing, markdown assistance, and other commercial terms that improve business results.</p><p>• Evaluate vendor, customer, and item performance to identify trends, measure seasonal sell-through, and provide recommendations that support sales and margin goals.</p><p>• Work cross-functionally with leadership, purchasing, sales, marketing, replenishment, logistics, and warehouse partners to align sourcing decisions with operational and commercial priorities.</p><p>• Monitor market conditions and adjust sourcing and category strategies to respond to competitive shifts, customer demand, and emerging opportunities.</p><p>• Contribute to brand development and new distribution initiatives by securing supplier investment and support for approved promotional programs.</p>