Regional HR Manager

Burlington Helping Burlington

Regional HR Manager acting as a strategic HR business partner within Burlington Stores. Influencing talent strategies and enhancing organizational effectiveness across multiple locations.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeSt Louis • Kansas, Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a trusted advisor to regional and store leadership, leveraging data-driven insights to inform decisions on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and talent initiatives.
Coach and guide leaders at all levels to ensure alignment with Burlington’s Core Values, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and performance excellence.
Collaborate with leadership to design and implement forward-thinking talent strategies that drive recruitment, retention, and succession planning.
Drive organizational evolution by contributing to HR transformation initiatives and aligning stakeholders around a shared vision.
Resolve complex employee relations matters with a strategic mindset, balancing business priorities with employee advocacy.
Exhibit the courage to make difficult decisions, provide honest feedback, and challenge the status quo to drive positive change.
Drive performance management initiatives that enhance team effectiveness, including conducting performance reviews and creating professional development plans.
Serve as a strategic resource to field team members by providing guidance on workplace matters and fostering an environment that supports associate success, well-being, and empowerment.
Champion DE&I efforts to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and leverages the strengths of a varied workforce.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field or a combination of education and experience; PHR/SPHR certification is a plus.
7+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR business partnership, employee relations, and talent management.
Experience in retail HR is highly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to coach, influence, and align senior leaders and store teams around organizational goals and values.
Proven track record of leading through ambiguity and implementing strategies to successfully manage organizational change.
Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to wage and hour compliance, leave policies, and equal employment practices.
Proficiency in HRIS and ATS systems (e.g., Workday, iCIMS, Paradox), with strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Must travel throughout the region to build strong relationships with store teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive wages
flexible hours
associate discount
medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
401(k) plan
training and development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data AnalysisPerformance ManagementWorkforce StrategyOrganizational EffectivenessTalent InitiativesChange ManagementEmployment Law ComplianceSuccession PlanningCoaching and MentoringStrategic Decision-Making

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingRelationship-BuildingInfluencingCoaching

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in HRPHR CertificationSPHR Certification