The Senior HR Business Partner will play a critical role in aligning HR strategies with the needs of our corporate functions. Reporting to the Corporate HR Director, this role will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing strategic guidance on talent, engagement, performance, and organizational effectiveness. This role will partner closely with leadership to anticipate workforce needs, develop high-impact people solutions, and ensure a strong, inclusive culture that drives business results. In this role, you will balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, enabling teams to achieve their goals while fostering employee growth and retention.What You'll DoPartner with designated departments to develop and execute people strategies that align with business objectivesServe as primary HR contact for assigned departments, advising on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent managementGuide leaders through employee relations matters, ensuring compliance, fairness, and consistencyAnalyze HR metrics to identify trends, propose solutions, and measure progressSupport leadership in building high-performing teams through coaching, performance management, and development planningCollaborate with Talent Acquisition to attract and select top talentLead engagement survey initiatives, translating survey results into actionable plansFacilitate and support the succession management review process, ensuring leaders have clear plans in place to develop and retain critical talentDrive change management efforts related to technology implementations, process changes, and organizational restructuringPartner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver programs such as compensation, benefits and learning & development initiativesRequired Skills7+ years of HR business partner experienceExperience supporting IT organizations or technology teamsProven experience partnering with senior leaders to drive talent, engagement, and organizational effectivenessStrong business acumen with the ability to link HR strategies to business outcomesExpertise in employee relations, change management, and organizational developmentData-driven decision-making skills, with ability to interpret and present insights from HR metricsExceptional communication and relationship-building skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work at Corporate Headquarters in Oak Brook, IL.Preferred SkillsExperience in a corporate, multi-site environmentCompensation Details:$86700 - $108500 per yearWhy should you join our team We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability ) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace FoundationAce invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual reviewWe know the work environment matters. That's why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise salesWe bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands moreBirth/Adoption bonding paid time offAdoption cost reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment eventsIdentity theft protection* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts:Create Job Alert We want to hear from you!When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.Equal Opportunity EmployerAce Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.