HR Business Partner

Canada Goose; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canada Goose as an HR Business Partner in Winnipeg, and be part of a dynamic team committed to employee engagement and organizational growth. This role involves providing HR generalist support, handling employee relations, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. Bring your expertise to a company that values inclusion and offers rewarding career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program

Opportunities for career growth

Donation matching and paid volunteer time

Access to physical and mental health resources

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar HR role.
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support on employee relations, compensation, and recruitment.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organizational policies.
• Administer employee perk programs and track recruitment efforts.

Skills

Conflict Management

HR Functional Competencies

Communication

Time Management

Negotiation

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

HRIS

Job description

Location:

Winnipeg - Human Resources

Address

365 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 0E5 Canada

Job Title

HR Business Partner

Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We've built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you're part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they're yours for the taking.

Position Overview

Provide HR generalist and administrative support for the Canada Goose Winnipeg Manufacturing group in various areas including: employee relations, compensation, recruitment, health and safety, onboarding and performance management. The HR Business Partner ensures all CG-wide initiatives, programs and practices are aligned to the needs of the business and successfully implemented.

What You’ll Do

• Provide guidance to the Manufacturing group in Winnipeg on all employee relations matters by coaching employees and managers (with the support of the senior HR Manager) on the interpretation and application of policies.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of workforce relations and how they apply to Canada Goose.
• Provide new employees within the client group with a comprehensive onboarding program to enable a smooth transition into CG.
• Support the coordination of local training opportunities as they relate to the client group. Communicate, market, coordinate & schedule various training events.
• First point of contact for Workday inquiries for employees within the client group.
• Resolve conflict situations and investigate complaints.
• Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs to facilitate consistency and equity across all CG teams; provide regulatory and policy advice on workforce-related matters.
• Understand, interpret and ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislative requirements including the Human Rights Act, Employment Equity Act, Employment Standards Act, Workers Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc. as they apply to the regions covered.
• Support health and safety programs to ensure a safe and secure work environment
• Provide expertise and support on performance management concerns through fair and consistent application of appropriate disciplinary procedures and/or legal requirements.
• Conduct and track exit interviews, identifying turnover trends and making recommendations as needed.
• Support recruitment efforts within the client group when the Head Office TA group not working on the role
• Administration of employee perk programs
• Represent Canada Goose at job fairs, recruiting events and open houses
• Track and administer referral bonus program and assist in the composition and distribution of reward statements
• Prepare internal HR-related documents including employment, promotion and transfer letters, termination forms and progressive discipline letters
• Ensure HRIS data is up to date and accurate; recommend process improvements for the system
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of appropriate documentation throughout employment history for all employees.
  
  

Let's Talk About You

• A post-secondary education in a related field, coupled with 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Ongoing professional development within the Human Resources field.
• Excellent technical ability (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, HRIS)
• Demonstrated confidence in managing conflict situations and developing solutions in the best interest of the company.
• Working knowledge of employment/labour standards, Human Rights legislation
• Well-versed in several HR functional competencies and best practices
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills
• Creativity and demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of change and ambiguity
• Can easily make the needed connections between systems, processes, and individuals to facilitate change
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Keen sense of time management and flexibility; ability to multi-task
• A passion for the entire people cycle
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to a high degree of accuracy
• Excellent grammar, business letter and report writing skills
• A clear and succinct communicator (verbal and written)
• Ability to think proactively, critically and independently to make good decisions
• Understand and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent listening skills
• A team player who builds strong relationships based on trust and integrity
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Embrace continuous improvement by proposing new and/or better ways of doing things
  
  

This position requires you to be on-site Monday to Friday.

What’s in it For You?

• A company built on Canadian roots and heritage
• Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program
• Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs
• Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards
• Be a part of CG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
  
  

We believe in the power of inclusion and are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where all employees can bring their authentic selves to work everyday. We believe every one of our team members enriches our diversity by exposing us to varying ways to understand the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, produce, and deliver great products and service. Our different perspectives are what enable us to create, dream and live in the open.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

There are multiple ways to interview with us! If you require any interview accommodation for your interview, please e-mail us at [e-mail].