HR Manager

There’s a Place for You at Capital

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Capital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Job Title: HR Manager                                                                                                   

Location: Upper Marlboro, MD 

Status: Exempt                                                                                                

Job Summary

Human Resources provides leadership in shaping an equitable and inclusive culture that drives diversity, excellence, and innovation by supporting talent, engagement, and the culture of the organization.

The HR Manager role plays a vital part to contribute to the success of our company by supporting people strategy initiatives as well as guide and administer HR services, policies, and programs to ensure an exceptional associate experience.   

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to associates and managers on interpretations of company policies and programs


• Assist with associate performance, development & succession planning initiatives


• Enforce compliance and company policies to minimize risk


• Assist in managing legal issues and employment matters


• Manage STEP program (1-year training program for recent college grads)


• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives


• Be point of contact for Associates and HR liaison for Managers company wide


• Work with the hiring managers and staff to be aligned with current and applicable job descriptions and job profiles that reflect consistent job requirements and qualifications of each position.


• Proactively manage the candidate and new hire experience


• Partner with Sonepar USA and manage all aspects of the Applicant Tracking System to include training of new leaders utilizing the system


• Conduct and/or facilitate training on HR-related topics such as performance management, leadership, interviewing, HR policies, etc.


• Help ensure that locations are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations when implementing the application of HR practices


• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations and document findings as required by the Company


• Conduct terminating employees offboarding and exit interviews, coordinating efforts with direct manager/supervisor and Director of Human Resources


• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human resources or Business-related field.


• 5+ years HR Generalist experience.


• Familiarity with applicant tracking system


• Familiarity with Human Capital Management Systems (SuccessFactors, DayForce).


• HCI – PHR / SHRM – PC credential preferred.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.” LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/capitalelectric/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapitalElecSply/

Learn more at https://www.capitalelectricsupply.com/about

Capital Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [email protected].

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