Human Resources Business Partner

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world's energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our growing team.

Role Summary:

The HR Business Partner reports to the Director, Employee Relations and Organizational Development and supports the Employee Relations, Labor Relations, and Organizational Development (ER/LR/OD) team with a wide range of HR activities across both Field Operations and Corporate teams.

The HR Business Partner role provides day-to-day support in key HR functions such as employee relations, performance management, policy guidance, and talent processes. The HR Business Partner collaborates closely with HR Team members in Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, HRIS, and Total Rewards to ensure consistent and effective HR practices across the organization.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions include:

• Partner with leaders and ER/LR/OD team members to provide day-to-day HR support and guidance across various people-related matters.
• Assist the ER/LR/OD team in implementing HR programs and processes that align with company goals and policies.
• Support employee relations activities, including assisting with investigations, documentation, and follow-up actions.
• Help ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and reporting requirements.
• Support the ER/LR/OD team in areas such as workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and performance management.
• Assist and support the leave of absence process, including coordinating with employees, managers, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate communication, documentation, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining HR reports and metrics to support business decisions.

• Assist in driving organizational development through effective workforce planning, recruiting, talent/performance management and succession planning initiatives

• Participate in projects and initiatives that support continuous improvement, change, and organizational effectiveness.
• Partner with the ER/LR/OD team to support and facilitate leadership training and development initiatives, reinforcing key learning objectives and helping leaders apply concepts into practice.
• Partner with HR teams (Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, etc.) to ensure seamless delivery of HR services.
• Contribute to employee engagement and communication initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Provide responsive and accurate answers to employees and leader inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Participate in projects and initiatives that support continuous improvement, change, and organizational effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 2+ years of general HR experience required.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HR systems such as UltiPro (or similar HR/Payroll software) preferred.
• Knowledge of SharePoint and report-writing tools a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Up to 25% travel is required.

Certificates & Licenses:

• PHR or SPHR a plus

Other Skills, Attributes and Abilities:

• To be successful in this position, incumbent must possess excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as excellent organizational skills
• Incumbent must exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers and in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Anticipates the environment, is forward thinking, sees the 'big picture' then uses critical thinking ability to help identify and deliver targeted solutions to support the function and the business overall
• Able to handle both routine tasks and be an agile contributor and learner, taking on new responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards
• This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• This position requires compliance with all personnel policies

About You:

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

People First Culture:

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us.

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.