Vice President, Talent and Culture - Build-A-Bear

At Build-A-Bear we believe in the power of imagination, creativity, and memorable experiences. Our mission is to add a little more heart to life by creating unique experiences, lasting connections, and beloved memories that create lasting emotional connections. We are a multi-channel, site-based experience and entertainment company, with diversified categories and consumer segments. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President of Talent and Culture to join our dynamic team.

The VP of Talent and Culture is responsible for overseeing strategies related to hiring, developing, and retaining employees. This pivotal role leads the vision, development, and execution of talent and culture initiatives that engage and enrich our associates. By aligning the needs of our diverse workforce with the organization's strategic objectives, the VP of Talent and Culture ensures a cohesive and productive work environment, driving both employee satisfaction and organizational success.

Responsibilities:

• Build and Lead a High Performing Team
• Organizational Performance
• Talent Acquisition and Retention
• Culture and Employee Experience
• Change Management
• Thought Leadership

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in compensation management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Skilled with CRM and ATS systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar credentials.
• MBA or Master's Degree in HR or related field.
• Skilled in Excel

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Driven to achieve results that align with the strategic goals of the organization
• Initiative, sense of urgency, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions
• Decision-making focused on implementing practical and timely solutions
• A natural leadership style that trains and engages others in an enthusiastic way
• Learns quickly and thoroughly while continually recognizing and adapting to change
• Effective delegator
• Innovative and creative problem solver
• Action-oriented
• Influences and stimulates others to action

Working Environment:

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
• Travel 25%

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

• Effectiveness of your team
• Decision-making and judgment
• Execution of the strategic initiatives
• Talent acquisition strategy outcomes
• Employee development and training outcomes
• Ability to assess the needs of the organization
• Strategic budget management
• Thought leadership
• Employee engagement metrics
• Stakeholder feedback