Senior Specialist - Talent BP, Americas West

Location: Portland

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Talent

In short

As the Senior Specialist - Retail Talent Business Partner - West Region, you will operate autonomously to drive strategic HR topics and process optimization for our rapidly expanding Retail store teams. Reporting to the Leader of Retail Talent Business Partners - Americas, you will provide critical guidance to retail leaders on complex people-related topics, ensuring compliance and championing On’s high-performance, human-centric culture across our retail spaces. Your mission is to proactively challenge the status quo, champion innovative approaches, and ensure efficient operations as we scale our omnichannel presence.

Your Mission

Serve as the principal and autonomous HR partner to retail store leadership across assigned locations, providing expert advice and solutions for the full team member lifecycle
Drive efficient and premium execution of core Talent operational elements, including onboarding, off-boarding, payroll topics, and critical work compliance management
Proactively identify areas for process innovation and challenge existing practices, making recommendations to improve service delivery and efficiency for the retail organization
Take ownership of complex employee relations issues, including workplace investigations, accommodations, and conflict resolution, applying fair and consistent judgment to mitigate organizational risk
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to define hiring strategies and support the selection of top retail talent, ensuring alignment with On's cultural values
Lead the deployment of functional Talent projects and training initiatives (e.g., performance management, compensation planning, culture embedment) tailored to the unique needs of the retail channel
Partner seamlessly across functions, especially with Talent Operations, to ensure compliance with local, state, and city-specific employment regulations
Shape how On's culture and ways of working are embedded in the retail space, requiring occasional travel to stores to engage with the team and business

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Your story

You bring 5+ years of experience in a HR Business Partner or similar role, preferably supporting a high-velocity, high-quality global brand operating across wholesale, DTC, and digital channels
Proven ability to work autonomously and manage end-to-end projects, making informed decisions and solving complex problems within the scope of work
Demonstrated skill in mastering complexity and effectively solving difficult problems, leveraging diverse input to create clarity in often contradictory information
You are known for impactful communication, consistently adjusting your message based on the audience to concisely convey strategy, requirements, or complex HR counsel across the organization
Experience navigating high-volume employee relations and compliance in North America, particularly concerning hourly, non-exempt, or retail team members
A history of taking ownership of your growth journey, proactively choosing opportunities that stretch your capabilities and striving for continuous learning and improvement

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About the Team

Being part of the Talent team at On means doing things differently. We don’t do things just because they are what “HR does”. We build, grow, enable, and empower the team to drive the future of On. Because this is what matters to us. Because we are On. Our team fosters an environment where continuous learning and holistic well-being are championed, supporting each member to build their best self.

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Gavin

Talent Acquisition Specialist

I’m getting people curious about On – what we're working on, and ultimately what kind of working environment we have, the essence as to what life here is like. I love to get people on a call and change their perception.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination. We are requesting that you provide sensitive demographic information such as gender identity and race/ethnicity to help us ensure that we are creating equitable and fair experiences for all potential future team members. You are not required to provide this demographic information and this information will in no way impact your eligibility for hire.

Build the better you

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.