Temporary Human Resources Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Temporary Human Resources Manager to support and lead all aspects of Human Resources across the organization during a temporary assignment. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and executing HR strategies, processes, and day-to-day operations that align with our company values and business goals. You will serve as a key resource for employees across our retail stores, fulfillment center, and HQ.

This role requires a hands-on, proactive leader who can quickly step in, balance strategic initiatives with daily HR operations, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary HR partner to company leadership, supporting organizational planning, talent strategy, and employee engagement during the temporary assignment.
• Support and maintain HR policies, programs, and best practices.
• Maintain and update HR-related documents, such as the employee handbook and policies.
• Lead the implementation and administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company guidelines.
• Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding/offboarding, employee records, benefits administration, leave management, and HR systems (e.g., HRIS, payroll).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Manage and support the annual Performance Review process.
• Act as the main HR contact for all employees, including retail, the fulfillment center, and HQ.
• Partner with retail leadership on hiring, training, and retention strategies.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for both retail and corporate roles, including job postings, screening, and interview coordination.
• Support employee recognition programs, team events, and wellness initiatives.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with employees at every level of the organization.
• Prepare HR-related documents, such as employment contracts, offer letters, and termination letters.
• Complete ad hoc HR projects and initiatives as needed.
• Field employee payroll inquiries and questions.
• Serve as the admin for company systems as needed.
• Assist with Office Management responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally including retail and multi-site support.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP a plus).
• Conversational Spanish is a plus.
• Proven ability to independently manage HR functions across an organization.
• Experience with HR systems (e.g., Rippling, Greenhouse).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable stepping into a fast-moving environment.
• Passion for building inclusive, mission-driven workplaces.
• Available to work between 25-40+ hours per week, depending on business needs.
• Ability to commute to Mountainside, NJ, four days per week.

This is a temporary position with an expected duration of 4 months.