HR & Office Coordinator - La Tropical

Job Description

We're looking for an HR & Office Coordinator to join our team. This role is suited to someone eager to learn, grow, and take on diverse responsibilities across HR and office operations. In a fast-paced startup environment, adaptability and problem-solving are key. You’ll help ensure smooth day-to-day business functions while helping shape company culture.

What You’ll Do

Human Resources Support

• Assist with recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, and interview coordination.
• Support onboarding and offboarding to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Maintain employee records, manage benefits administration, and ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Drive learning and development initiatives through training and job performance improvement programs.
• Track and manage personnel expenses within the HR budget.
• Provide basic HR support and address employee inquiries.

Office Operations and Strategy

• Manage procurement tasks, including vendor setup, purchase orders, and vendor relationships.
• Manage customer account setup in SAP, including pricing updates and sales order processing.
• Manage tax submissions and export documentation, including product allocations and donations.
• Oversee general office upkeep.
• Monitor and manage the budget for the designated area.
• Support strategic initiatives by assisting with presentations and following up on key tasks.
• Handle ad hoc projects and tasks across the organization.

Who You Are

• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, startup-like environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, resourceful, and able to take initiative.
• Has strong problem-solving skills and can adapt to changing priorities.
• Is passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Can handle confidential information professionally.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and open to learning new systems.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt messages to diverse audiences.
• High integrity and commitment to compliance and ethical standards.
• Effective multitasking and project management skills.
• Basic HR operations knowledge, including analytics, compensation, HRIT, and HR operations.
• Proficiency in office administration, budget management, and vendor procurement.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a strong plus.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of HR experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, craft beer, wine, or restaurant industries is preferred.
• HR certifications such as PHR or SPHR are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Experience with employee relations, EEO, benefits administration, and performance management.
• Experience with investigations, hourly employee management, and succession planning.
• Strong data analysis skills for HR metrics.