People & Development Manager

Ref #:

W169057

Department:

Human Resources

City:

Nutley

State/Province:

New Jersey

Location:

United States

Workspace Description

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $65000 - $129225 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

Pay Range Max

129225

Pay Range Min

65000

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

The People & Development Manager is responsible for supporting the strategic execution of Human Resources programs for the Retail team. This role provides counsel to leaders in a rapidly changing environment by fostering productive relationships with internal and cross-functional partners while identifying issues and initiating solutions aligned with company policy and business direction. The position leads end-to-end employee investigations in partnership with key business stakeholders. Teamwork, relationship management, effective communication, coaching, and problem-solving are critical aspects of this role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

A strategic business partner responsible for driving talent strategies and organizational effectiveness across the Field organization, aligned with Ralph Lauren's commitment to inspiring the dream of a better life through authenticity and timeless style.

Strategic Talent Leadership
- Partner with District Director to identify staffing needs, support selection and hiring processes for General Manager and Associate Manager positions, ensuring alignment with PRO strategy
- Provide comprehensive analysis of market trends and data-driven recommendations to enhance talent acquisition and retention strategies
- Drive implementation of Ralph Lauren talent initiatives through succession planning leveraging talent tools and resources: Cultural Focus Areas (CFAs), Belonging & Equity communities, and leadership development programs
- Ensure consistent and successful onboarding experience for all management levels in partnership with Learning & Experience.
Employee Relations & Performance Excellence
- Support, coach, and advise leadership on complex employee relations and performance management matters, ensuring alignment with RL Success Drivers and CFAs
- Manage workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and complaints in partnership with Global People Practices and Legal teams
- Analyze store trends and metrics to proactively identify and address potential issues
- Lead annual Pathway to Growth performance cycle, providing strategic guidance for employee development and succession planning
Organizational Development & Culture
- Partner with Senior District Director to create clearly defined succession plans and talent pipelines within the region
- Identify and implement best practices to retain top talent while advocating for initiatives that positively impact employee experience
- Drive organizational change initiatives through effective communication and change management strategies
- Support Learning & Development initiatives that enhance leadership capabilities and store team performance
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with all required provincial employment practices across Canada in partnership with Legal and Global People Practices
- Monitor and analyze relevant data to ensure consistent process improvement and positive change
- Provide guidance on complex, specialized matters including reasonable accommodations and investigations
- Maintain current knowledge of HR trends, regulatory changes, and best practices
Business Partnership
- Partner with field leadership to understand and execute organizational People strategy, particularly regarding current and future talent needs
- Support New Store Opening projects with comprehensive people management guidance
- Lead strategic P&D functional projects while monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on relevant data
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure seamless execution of people operations and policies

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

· Demonstrated track record of progressive growth and increasing levels of responsibility and strategic business partnership as an HR Business Partner or Generalist.

· Strong history of managing complex employee relations matters while partnering with leadership teams on talent strategies.

· Proven success implementing HR programs and initiatives with comprehensive understanding of full-cycle HR practices.

· Experience in Talent Management and Development, Learning & Development, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Employee Relations

· Ability to establish strong relationships with key business partners and all levels of leadership

· Strong Project Management and presentation skills

· Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to effectively influence business partners at all levels

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate.

· Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

· Ability to travel frequently within assigned territory and the NYC area

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.

Ralph Lauren

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