Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. 

Purpose of Role

The Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for the full spectrum of HR practices for the business unit in which the HRBP is embedded to include: talent strategy, succession planning & performance management, talent acquisition, organizational design and effectiveness, training & development, associate relations, compensation & benefits.  As a member of the business unit, the HRBP will act as a liaison for the leadership team, HR COE’s and executive team.  Position will be based out of Hong Kong, China and has one direct report based out of Vietnam.

Your Impact

• Provides on-site Human Resources partnership to the Distribution Operation and Floor Leadership team in the application and interpretation of HR polices and through personnel matters.
• Plays a key role in the design and development of the Distribution House teammate staffing and workforce planning initiatives, as well as on-going oversight of the teammate population.
• Supports new projects and initiatives across all Distribution Centers to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Provide coaching and counseling to teammates and executive business leaders on organizational management and development.
• Promote and establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale; drive the UA culture through all levels of the business unit.
• Work closely with business unit leaders to assess in-house talent and create strategy to identify and retain current talent as well as attract outside talent to the business; prepare exit strategy for non-performers.
• Provide coaching and counseling to business partners in all areas of Human Capital.
• Proactively seek knowledge of both industry and functional specialty researching best practices, legal developments, emerging trends, technological advancements and benchmark comparison’s in order to create HR practices that are best in class.
• Manage a team of two Human Resources professionals by supporting professional development, monitoring weekly duties, identifying projects, encouraging client group engagement and ensuring efficient workflow through the HR office.
• Will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  
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• Business Partner to Global Product Supply, Sustainability and Global Planning.
• Promote and establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale; drive the UA culture through all levels of the business unit.
• Work closely with business unit leaders to assess in-house talent and create strategy to identify and retain current talent as well as attract outside talent to the business; prepare exit strategy for non-performers.
• Provide coaching and counseling to business partners in all areas of Human Resources.
• Proactively seek knowledge of both industry and functional specialty researching best practices, legal developments, emerging trends, technological advancements and benchmark comparison’s in order to create HR practices that are best in class.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable law; Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Engage HR Centers of Excellence to create and deploy the following:
  • Consistent pipeline of internal and external talent for job openings
  • Proper application of benefits and rewards programs
  • Training and development programs to meet the needs of the business unit
  • Establishing wage and salary structure, pay policies
  • Compliance with applicable employment regulations

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of all core HR processes including performance management, leadership development, talent management, compensation, succession planning, training and organizational development.
• Prior experience providing confidential counseling and coaching to all levels of the organization, exercising judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. 
• Ability to identify strategic needs, resource key projects, develop recommendations, and lead change implementation with little or no direction.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and business acumen as demonstrated through previous work experience and accomplishments. This includes translating people-related metrics to actionable results.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Prior experience clearly expressing complex ideas and strong presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively disseminate information in a clear and concise manner.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Hong Kong office.
• Return to Work Designation: 4 days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote. 
• Travel: As needed to regional offices monthly

Relocation

• No relocation provided

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources - We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
  
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Our Commitment to Diversity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.