HR Operations Specialist Jobs in New York

Salary Range: $60,287 - $66,985.50

Overview:

As an Assistant Store Manager of People Operations, you are the go-to partner for everything that keeps our store teams supported, informed, and set up for success. You serve as the central point of contact for frontline associates while providing direct support to the Store Manager and leadership team across hiring, staffing, onboarding, training, engagement, and performance practices.

You will partner closely with the Store Manager, Talent Business Partner, and Talent Acquisition to ensure accurate people records, consistent Talent processes, and a positive, inclusive environment for associates. This role blends organization, discretion, communication, and hands-on leadership to create a smooth and supportive experience for every associate in the store.

What Does an Assistant Store Manager of People Operations Do?

• Maintain Accurate People Data: Ensure associate availability, attendance records, overtime tracking, frontline records, and reporting are consistently up to date in Workday. Support leaders with accurate documentation and reporting for Talent processes.

• Own Frontline Staffing Logistics: Open, manage, and close frontline job requisitions while partnering with Talent Acquisition on staffing strategy, headcount planning, interview coordination, offers, onboarding requirements, and internal mobility and interim assignment processes.
• Coordinate New Hire Orientation and Onboarding: Co-facilitate new hire orientation and ensure new associates receive a thorough introduction to Wayfair, store expectations, and required onboarding steps.
• Support Training and Development Execution: Assign training plans, review LMS reports to ensure timely completion of required learning, and partner with leaders to identify skill gaps and cross-training opportunities across the store.
• Manage Tier 1 Talent Case Work and Employee Inquiries: Oversee employee-related tickets including accommodations, leaves of absence, complaints, and general Talent questions, ensuring timely follow-through and communication.
• Support Talent Management and Performance Practices: Guide leaders through performance reviews, documentation, corrective actions, and conduct matters for frontline associates. Provide administrative support on leadership-related Talent matters and escalate complex or high-risk cases to the Talent Business Partner as needed.
• Drive Engagement and Store Environment Standards: Coordinate recognition programs, town halls, cultural awareness activities, and maintain welcoming break room, training room, and communication board spaces, including supplies, materials, and associate resources.
• Build and Support the Store People Plan: Partner with the Store Manager and ASMs on development plans for high-potential associates, succession planning support, and follow-up actions that strengthen internal growth and support store goals.
• Provide Visible Store Leadership: Serve as an active member of the store leadership team by maintaining a visible presence on the sales floor, supporting opening and closing routines, partnering with leaders to monitor staffing coverage, attendance, and labor trends, while contributing to sales, service, and operational goals.
• Ensure Compliance and Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality, accurate recordkeeping, and consistent application of Talent policies, employment practices, and store processes.

• Operate as One Team: Flex across store priorities and support customers, associates, and leaders wherever needed. Contribute to both people and business goals by partnering across sales, operations, and back-of-house functions during peak periods and evolving business needs.

• Frontline People Leadership Experience: 2+ years of HR generalist or people leadership experience in a frontline workforce environment, retail preferred.

• Employment Practice Knowledge: Working knowledge of US employment law and ability to guide managers through policy-aligned practices.
• Talent Systems Familiarity: Experience using Workday or similar HRIS, scheduling systems, and LMS reporting tools.
• Strong Communication Skills: Clear, confident communication across written, verbal, and digital channels.
• Ability to Influence and Partner: Comfortable advising leaders and collaborating with Talent Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and store leadership.
• High Trust and Discretion: Proven ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with care.
• Organizational Strength: Skilled at balancing multiple projects, deadlines, and shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced store environment.
• Engagement and Culture Focus: Passion for creating an inclusive, positive environment through recognition, events, and associate feedback.
• Tech Comfort: Familiar with Google Suite and mobile business tools.

• Schedule Flexibility: Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Additional Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Physical Activity:Frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms; occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, and crawling.

• Mobility & Movement: Frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching throughout the day.
• Lifting Ability: Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs independently on a regular basis. Some projects may involve heavier items, which must be managed with proper assistance or equipment.
• Vision Requirements: Includes close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Temperature Flexibility: Comfortable in environments with varying temperature conditions.
• Noise Tolerance: Occasional exposure to moderate noise levels and physical activity.

• Safety Awareness: Minimal exposure to workplace or environmental hazards—must adhere to all safety protocols.

What are the Benefits*?

• Competitive Pay: Earn competitive compensation with regular opportunities for performance-based increases.

• Career Growth: Access professional development and advancement opportunities to help you grow with us.
• Health Benefits from Day One: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starts on your first day.
• Time to Recharge: Start accruing paid time off immediately, because work-life balance matters.
• 401(k) with Company Match: We’ll match up to 4% to help you plan for your future.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible after 6 months of employment: learn, grow, and get support along the way.
• Wayfair Employee Discount: Generous employee discount of up to 30%+, although discounts will vary by product type. Plus, get 10% off at our in-store restaurant.

• Parental Leave Options: Choose from paid and unpaid leave plans to support your growing family.

• And So Much More: We’ve got more good stuff where that came from!
  
  NOTE: our full-time roles receive the full benefits package above, while part-time or seasonal team members may have modified offerings. Your recruiter or in-store team can help with any questions!