Talent & Operations HR Partner (Bilingual)

About Talpa Supermercados

Talpa Supermercados is a fast-growing grocery retailer committed to delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace for our employees. As we continue expanding across multiple locations, we are seeking a dynamic HR professional to support recruiting, training, and workforce initiatives that drive operational success.

Position Summary

The Talent & Operations HR Partner is responsible for managing recruiting, onboarding, training, and development programs while serving as a key HR partner to Operations leadership. This role ensures stores are staffed with qualified talent, leaders are properly trained, and workforce practices support consistent performance across all locations.

This position is highly hands-on and ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Recruiting & Staffing (Primary Focus)

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for store and operational roles
• Post positions, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and support hiring decisions
• Partner with Operations leaders to forecast staffing needs
• Support hiring for new store openings and expansion initiatives
• Prepare offers and coordinate onboarding logistics

🔹 Onboarding & Integration

• Coordinate onboarding for new hires, especially supervisors and managers
• Ensure completion of required documentation and orientation activities
• Support new leaders during their transition into roles
• Monitor early retention and address onboarding challenges

🔹 Training & Development

• Coordinate leadership and operational training programs
• Support implementation of the Manager-in-Training (MIT) Program
• Schedule training sessions and maintain training records
• Track participation and program effectiveness

🔹 Operations Partnership

• Serve as HR point of contact for assigned stores or regions
• Provide guidance on HR processes, policies, and people matters
• Support workforce planning and staffing challenges
• Assist managers with performance documentation and employee issues

🔹 Employee Relations & Engagement

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies and HR procedures
• Assist with resolving workplace concerns
• Support engagement and recognition initiatives

🔹 HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation
• Support compliance with company policies and employment laws
• Assist with audits and reporting as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of HR experience (recruiting and training preferred)
• Experience in retail or multi-location environments strongly preferred
• Bilingual Spanish/English required
• Ability to travel regularly to store locations

• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office

  Why Join Talpa?

• Growing organization with advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, people-focused culture
• Direct impact on store performance and employee success
• Opportunity to help shape the future of the company