Business Partner, Talent and Culture

Fromage St Albert; St. Albert; Presencial; CAD 75.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Group benefits

RRSP

Employee assistance program

Store/restaurant discounts

Descripción de la vacante

St-Albert Cheese Co-op in Ontario is seeking a collaborative HR professional to own the full recruitment lifecycle across production, maintenance, and more. You will partner with managers, develop talent pipelines and elevate the candidate experience.

The role emphasizes human capital strategy, onboarding and organizational development with direct guidance from the Executive Director, Human Capital. A strong affinity for bilingual communication is valuable.

Formación

• University degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration or related field.
• Experience in talent acquisition or HR generalist roles.
• Experience recruiting for diverse positions, especially operational or management.
• Experience in manufacturing/food-processing environment is a strong asset.
• Bilingual French and English preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Own the full recruitment cycle for production, maintenance, quality, logistics, administration, sales, finance and management.
• Advise managers to clarify needs and identify the competencies truly required.
• Develop creative attraction strategies, conduct direct sourcing and maintain talent pipelines.
• Continuously improve screening, interviewing, assessment and reference checks.
• Deliver a professional, human, welcoming candidate experience.
• Strengthen employer brand and build partnerships with educational institutions and networks.
• Partner with leadership to support onboarding, engagement and development initiatives.

Conocimientos

Talent acquisition

Employee experience

Organizational development

Stakeholder management

Communication

Educación

University degree in human resources

Herramientas

Microsoft 365

Applicant tracking systems

Recruitment platforms

Social media

Descripción del empleo

St-Albert, ON Full-time Posted on October 7, 2026Compensation $75,000 - $90,000 per year Active Vacancy - New PositionAI Usage NoticeThe employer uses artificial intelligence in the hiring process for this job. No Canadian experience is required for this position.What We OfferWHY CHOOSE ST-ALBERT CHEESE CO-OP· An iconic and stable co-operative with more than 130 years of history, proud of its Franco-Ontarian roots and deeply committed to its community.· A wide variety of sectors, professions and projects that will help you develop a comprehensive view of the Human Capital function.· An accessible, engaged and collaborative leadership team that welcomes your ideas.· A people-focused environment where close relationships, pride in our products, collaboration and the enjoyment of succeeding together are part of everyday life.· Flexibility that supports work-life balance, based on the requirements of the role and operational needs.· Competitive compensation, a performance bonus, group benefits, a group RRSP, an employee assistance program and attractive discounts in our stores and restaurant.About This RoleWhat if your next HR role prepared you for so much more?YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE COULD START HEREAt St-Albert Cheese Co-op, Human Capital is about more than applying policies or filling positions. It plays a direct role in building the organization of tomorrow. We are looking for a collaborative, ambitious and genuinely people-focused professional who wants to make a tangible contribution to attracting talent, supporting managers and shaping our organizational culture.This is a unique opportunity for a human resources professional who wants to go beyond a traditional role. You will take ownership of visible and varied assignments, develop a deep understanding of our operations and gradually contribute to the discussions that shape the future of our organization.Do you enjoy recruiting, building relationships, advising, creating structure and improving practices? Would you like to develop a broad Human Capital perspective alongside an experienced leader who believes in sharing knowledge and developing talent? This role could be a defining step in your professional journey.Your purpose: serve as a trusted resource for managers and teams, respond to current workforce needs and help prepare the organization for the future. You will contribute throughout the employee journey, from the first conversation with a candidate through onboarding, development and advancement within the organization.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT· A visible role with an impact across the organization.· A stimulating combination of talent acquisition, business partnership, employee experience and organizational development.· Genuine proximity to operations, managers and decision-makers.· The opportunity to bring forward ideas and make a meaningful contribution to the evolution of our practices.· Direct guidance from the Executive Director, Human Capital, along with a progressive transfer of knowledge.· An evolving role offering the opportunity to gradually take on broader and more strategic assignments.YOUR KEY CHALLENGESHelp our organization stand out to talent· Manage the full recruitment cycle for positions in production, maintenance, quality, logistics, administration, sales, finance and management.· Advise managers to clarify their needs and identify the competencies genuinely required.· Develop creative attraction strategies, conduct direct sourcing and maintain talent pipelines.· Continuously improve screening, interviewing, assessment and reference-checking methods.· Deliver a professional, human, welcoming and efficient candidate experience.· Strengthen our employer brand and build partnerships with educational institutions, employment organizations and professional networks.Become a trusted partner to managers· Develop a thorough understanding of our operations, teams and business priorities.· Advise managers on the application of Human Capital policies, management practices and programs.· Support them in onboarding, engagement, development, recognition and retention.· Provide guidance on day-to-day matters related to attendance, conduct, performance and workplace climate.· Identify situations that may present risk and promptly refer them to the Executive Director, Human Capital.Create a distinctive employee experience and develop our talent pipeline· Improve the employee journey, from attraction through departure from the organization.· Enhance onboarding activities and initiatives related to engagement, recognition and well-being.· Contribute to clear, human and engaging internal communications.· Help identify high-potential talent and critical positions, and contribute to succession plans and individual development plans.· Support performance management and competency development processes, as well as organizational development initiatives.Advance our Human Capital practices· Contribute to the review of policies, processes, tools and communications to simplify how we work.· Maintain reliable HR files, tracking tools and data.· Support the effective use of HR technologies and systems and develop simple, relevant indicators.· Participate in cross-functional projects related to organizational structure, competencies, culture and workforce planning.What You HaveEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE· University degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration or a related field.· Relevant experience in talent acquisition, generalist human resources or business partnership.· Experience recruiting for diverse positions, ideally including operational, specialized, professional or management roles.· Experience in a manufacturing, food-processing, multisite or highly operational environment is a strong asset.· A CRHA, CRIA or CHRP, CHRL designation, either obtained or in progress, is an asset.· Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written, to support employees, managers and partners in both languages. THE PROFILE WE ARE LOOKING FOR· A person who can balance rigour with humanity, listening with courage, and creativity with business acumen.· An excellent ability to quickly build trusting relationships, communicate effectively and influence others.· A genuine interest in talent acquisition, employee experience and organizational development.· Professional judgement, discretion and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality.· The ability to approach sensitive situations with respect, discernment and courage.· Autonomy, initiative, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.· Comfort with Microsoft 365, recruitment platforms, social media and digital tools.· The curiosity, maturity and ambition to learn quickly, seek feedback and progressively take on greater responsibility.