SKIMS

HR Business Partner – Retail

SKIMS

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: California • United States

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Salary

💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per year

About the role

  • Serve as a trusted thought partner to retail leaders, providing hands-on guidance on employee relations, performance conversations, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
  • Lead and manage complex and escalated employee relations issues, ensuring timely, thorough, and impartial investigations with clear documentation and outcomes.
  • Coach managers on best practices for feedback delivery, performance improvement, accountability, and engagement building confidence and consistency across leadership teams.
  • Partner with leaders to proactively identify people risks and address concerns before they escalate.
  • Act as a cultural steward, reinforcing SKIMS’ values, leadership expectations, and commitment to fairness and inclusion.
  • Execute HR strategies aligned with retail business goals in partnership with the Director of HR – Retail and regional leadership.
  • Translate people strategy into practical, field-ready solutions that support store performance and employee experience.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Recruiting, Legal, Payroll, Benefits/Total Rewards, and People Operations to deliver seamless HR support across the West Coast.
  • Support scalable HR processes that drive operational consistency while allowing flexibility for regional needs.
  • Guide leaders through goal setting, performance evaluations, and development planning with a strong focus on growth and accountability.
  • Support performance improvement planning with clarity, empathy, and compliance at the forefront.
  • Contribute to annual talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development discussions to strengthen internal pipelines.
  • Use HR data and insights to track trends in engagement, retention, turnover, and performance.
  • Support onboarding experiences that set leaders and teams up for success from day one.
  • Partner on training initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, employee relations skills, and inclusive management practices.
  • Equip managers with tools, resources, and guidance to lead confidently and effectively.
  • Champion DEI initiatives by embedding inclusive practices into daily people decisions and leadership behaviors.
  • Partner with leaders to foster environments where employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
  • Support engagement initiatives that build connection, morale, and a strong sense of belonging across stores.
  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
  • Partner with Legal on employment-related matters, ensuring appropriate documentation and risk mitigation.
  • Communicate policy updates clearly and consistently to leaders and teams.
  • Conduct HR audits and reviews to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of Retail HR or HR Business Partner experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
  • Strong expertise in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and manager coaching.
  • Proven ability to build trust and influence leaders at all levels.
  • Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and judgment skills.
  • Experience working with HRIS systems (UKG preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
  • Willingness to travel within the assigned region and work across time zones.
  • Experience supporting scaling retail teams is a plus.
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
Benefits
  • Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Kind Body Fertility Benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Full Access to LinkedIn learning
  • Employee Discounts
  • Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
  • Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
  • Free Swag Giveaways
  • Annual Holiday Party
  • Annual Summer Party
  • Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
  • Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
employee relationsperformance managementinvestigationsmanager coachingHRIS systemsemployment lawHR best practicesperformance evaluationssuccession planningonboarding
Soft Skills
communicationconflict resolutionjudgmenttrust buildinginfluenceempathyaccountabilityengagementdiscretionprofessionalism
Certifications
PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP