Human Resources Business Partner

BakeMark; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BakeMark is seeking an HR Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management. This role involves providing HR guidance, managing employee relations, and supporting various HR functions. Ideal candidates will have extensive HR experience and a strong understanding of HR practices and laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in HR.
• Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines.
• Ability to obtain SHRM certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Conducts meetings with business units to provide HR guidance.
• Manages complex employee relations issues and investigations.
• Identifies training needs and evaluates training programs.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

When it comes to baking, BakeMark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, BakeMark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We shall share our values and ways of working. We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service.

With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. BakeMark is a manufacturer and distributor with over 23 branches conveniently-located across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Summary:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts weekly/bi-weekly meetings with respective business units.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Develops contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.
• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Maintains and updates HR documentation trackers (Ex: discipline, performance improvement plans, corrective action, sales transitions) to support data-driven decision making and identify trends through reporting and metrics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Exemplify the BakeMark core values of Partnership, Performance, Passion, and Initiative in all aspects of assigned duties.
• Treats all customers (both internal and external) and vendors with respect, courtesy and kindness.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and otherwise posted or communicated.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws/standards, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Strong working knowledge of HRIS systems with the ability to generate reports and support HR processes.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state/province respective employment laws/standards.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment

Work/Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May be required to travel occasionally to branch locations, training sessions, or company events based on business needs.
• Must hold a valid driver's license in the state/province which holds residency.