Position Overview: The Senior HR Business Partner will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing HR strategies that support our operational goals and enhance employee engagement. This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the food manufacturing landscape, capable of partnering with leadership to drive organizational effectiveness and foster a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement impactful HR programs and initiatives across various specialty areas.
• Take ownership of core HR programs that align with strategic business objectives.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough and objective investigations while providing guidance to HRBPs and managers.
• Offer strategic input on organizational structure, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Oversee and drive talent acquisition efforts to ensure a high quality of hire.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Operational HR Business Partners.
• Analyze HR trends and metrics alongside the HR team to create effective solutions, programs, and policies.
• Collaborate with leadership to provide insights on organizational structure and workforce planning.
• Participate in the development, evaluation, and monitoring of training and development programs to ensure their effectiveness and alignment with objectives.
• Address current and future challenges by devising appropriate measures and creating actionable roadmaps.
• Advocate for and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Support international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Lead social and ethical audits at the location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; Master’s degree or HR certification preferred
• 5+ years HR experience with experience leading people
• Manufacturing or distribution experience
• Ability to coach and develop leaders and HR team members.
• Expertise in one or more HR functional areas such talent & succession, performance management, or people & organization development
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Effective decision making and prioritization.
• Ability to analyze data/KPIs to identify and execute continuous improvements.
• Experience in program & process management.
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships throughout the organization.
• Team player with a positive mindset