Kris Falder

Human Resources Director @Builders FirstSource

Denver, CO, US

Drive financial and operational goals through targeted HR initiatives, policies, and practicesLead comprehensive workforce planning initiatives for assigned geography, aligning talent supply with business needs and ensuring optimal staffing to meet operational and strategic goalsProvide comprehensive HR support to team members across 100 locationsPartner cross-functionally with departments including Training, Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, IT, Safety, Fleet, Workers\' Comp, and Finance to deliver integrated supportBuild and maintain strong relationships across all leadership levels-from Executive Leadership Team Division Presidents to Location ManagersServe as a trusted advisor on HR matters including employee relations, performance management, organizational development, collective bargaining, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, payroll, HRIS, safety, and complianceLead and continuously develop a high-performing HR team including Managers and GeneralistsCoach leaders on employee engagement strategies, corrective discussions, and performance improvement plansResolve complex employee relations issues with consistency and legal complianceNavigate high-risk situations including terminations and workplace fatalities with discretion and sensitivityManage reductions in force and site closures, including adverse impact analysis and onsite supportIn support of P&L accuracy and alignment, national lead for strategic job title standardization initiative Partnership with Compensation COE on development of national compensation dashboard, balancing key compensation metrics with audience-specific data visualizations to ensure internal equity and market competitivenessAdvise on promotions and pay adjustments aligned with organizational guidelines, including national Living Wage initiativeAdvise on benefits, leave policies, FMLA, and workers’ compensation

University of Colorado Boulder

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)