Discussion Post
To open the new warehouse, management staff will be transferred from the company's current locations. They will also have to hire approximately 500 warehouse personnel and a logistics manager. South Korea is proving to be a very competitive environment for online retailers. The human resources (HR) staff must develop a workforce plan that can create a competitive advantage for Sahara Oasis. All functional areas of HR will be involved in making this expansion a success. As the human resources director for Sahara Oasis, you will be held responsible for planning, managing, and presenting information to the vice president (VP) of HR and the board of directors for the organization.
i. What role will the different functions within human resources play in the opening of this new facility?
ii. How will each function aid in creating a competitive advantage for Sahara Oasis? Address each of the functions of HR including: staffing, training and development, performance management, compensation, and employee relations.
iii. How will the organizational structure and culture adapt to the changes that would result from globalization (how would you empower teams, resolve conflicts, and motivate employees to support the changes from this workforce plan)?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.