Analyst, People Operations & HR Data

At Lacoste, we think Life is a Beautiful Sport and hope you do too. If you want to be a part of a culture that values performance, innovation and joie de vivre then keep reading. Are you naturally competitive? Do others look to you for inspiration? Are you happy and upbeat? Do you want to play on the best team? If you answered yes, we want to talk to you! Lacoste strives to hire only the very best players who are at the top of their game.

We are searching for an energetic, self-starter who enjoys all things people, process, and data analysis to join our HR team. The Analyst, People Operations & HR Data will be responsible for analyzing data and metrics to align our people strategy with our business strategy. You will partner with members of the HR, payroll, and finance teams to ensure our people data is accurate and being used as a competitive advantage when making decisions affecting our most valuable asset – our employees! Our ideal candidate isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and spend an afternoon digging into HR process, analyzing data, or processing employee payroll. The Analyst, People Operations & HR Data reports to the Senior Manager of HR Data & Compensation.

What you'll do:
• Collect and compile HR metrics and data from a variety of sources including HRIS and payroll systems, management and employee surveys, exit interviews, employment records, government labor statistics, competitors’ practices, and other sources.
• Analyze data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare reports, presenting and explaining findings to teammates and senior leadership.
• Support maintaining HR Budgeting Forecasting files and retail bonus calculation
• Assist with the designing, development and implementation of a new HR dashboard and HR analytics to help streamline processes
• Review and analyze the data for ongoing and annual processes, including payroll, merit, incentive programs, company benefits, and special projects
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting on all elements of payroll & benefits:
o Build and prepare reports for Finance and HR as needed (including staff hours, payroll, vacation accrual, benefits, tax, etc.)
o Prepare headcount & turnover reports, and provide various analysis versus budget
o Process internal monthly audits
• Process payroll and manage attendance tracking; assist associates with questions as needed
• Responsible for data integrity of company HR and payroll records
• Research state and labor laws to ensure Lacoste is compliant
• Manage leave administration (STD, LTD, LOA, FMLA). Ensure accurate administration of the company's disability programs by interpreting leave policies and liaising with employees, managers and vendors
• Assist with other administrative duties (invoice management, etc.) as needed

Who you are:
• Past experience in HR, operations, data analysis, finance, or another relevant field preferred
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivots tables, etc.)
• Experience with HRIS and/or payroll systems ideal (ADP a strong plus)
• Understanding of local, state, and federal employment law
• Exceptional time management and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Excellent follow through, judgment, and common sense
• Team player with a can-do attitude and excellent communication skills


Core Values and Traits:

Accountable -
Providing answers to questions
Proposing solutions
Integrating our role as a global economic player  

Collaborative -
Working & succeeding together
Sharing information
Trusting each other  

Caring -
Respecting our people
Caring for customers
Different points of view
Concern for others  

Audacious -
Taking risks
Being creative & innovative
Following the less taken path
Creating value

At Lacoste, we think Life is a Beautiful Sport and hope you do too. If you want to be a part of a culture that values performance, innovation and joie de vivre then keep reading. Are you naturally competitive? Do others look to you for inspiration? Are you happy and upbeat? Do you want to play on the best team? If you answered yes, we want to talk to you! Lacoste strives to hire only the very best players who are at the top of their game.

We are searching for an energetic, self-starter who enjoys all things people, process, and data analysis to join our HR team. The Analyst, People Operations & HR Data will be responsible for analyzing data and metrics to align our people strategy with our business strategy. You will partner with members of the HR, payroll, and finance teams to ensure our people data is accurate and being used as a competitive advantage when making decisions affecting our most valuable asset – our employees! Our ideal candidate isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and spend an afternoon digging into HR process, analyzing data, or processing employee payroll. The Analyst, People Operations & HR Data reports to the Senior Manager of HR Data & Compensation.

What you'll do:
• Collect and compile HR metrics and data from a variety of sources including HRIS and payroll systems, management and employee surveys, exit interviews, employment records, government labor statistics, competitors’ practices, and other sources.
• Analyze data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare reports, presenting and explaining findings to teammates and senior leadership.
• Support maintaining HR Budgeting Forecasting files and retail bonus calculation
• Assist with the designing, development and implementation of a new HR dashboard and HR analytics to help streamline processes
• Review and analyze the data for ongoing and annual processes, including payroll, merit, incentive programs, company benefits, and special projects
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting on all elements of payroll & benefits:
o Build and prepare reports for Finance and HR as needed (including staff hours, payroll, vacation accrual, benefits, tax, etc.)
o Prepare headcount & turnover reports, and provide various analysis versus budget
o Process internal monthly audits
• Process payroll and manage attendance tracking; assist associates with questions as needed
• Responsible for data integrity of company HR and payroll records
• Research state and labor laws to ensure Lacoste is compliant
• Manage leave administration (STD, LTD, LOA, FMLA). Ensure accurate administration of the company's disability programs by interpreting leave policies and liaising with employees, managers and vendors
• Assist with other administrative duties (invoice management, etc.) as needed

Who you are:
• Past experience in HR, operations, data analysis, finance, or another relevant field preferred
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivots tables, etc.)
• Experience with HRIS and/or payroll systems ideal (ADP a strong plus)
• Understanding of local, state, and federal employment law
• Exceptional time management and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Excellent follow through, judgment, and common sense
• Team player with a can-do attitude and excellent communication skills


Core Values and Traits:

Accountable -
Providing answers to questions
Proposing solutions
Integrating our role as a global economic player  

Collaborative -
Working & succeeding together
Sharing information
Trusting each other  

Caring -
Respecting our people
Caring for customers
Different points of view
Concern for others  

Audacious -
Taking risks
Being creative & innovative
Following the less taken path
Creating value