HR Business Partner *BILINGUAL*

Kent Building Supplies; Moncton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Building Supplies is seeking a District HR Business Partner to strategically support store operations in Moncton. This role involves recruitment, employee engagement, and collaboration with management to enhance HR solutions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in HR or Business, be bilingual, and possess strong relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering Human Resources services.
• Ability to work on multiple priorities with urgency.
• Lean Six Sigma or process improvement certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with store management on employee recruitment and onboarding.
• Conduct interviews and complete background checks.
• Support recruitment projects and community activities.

Skills

Customer-focused

Results driven

Bilingual

Education

Post-secondary degree in Human Resources or Business

HR certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, the District HR (Human Resources) Business Partner (HRBP) will act as a strategic partner for our stores. As an HRBP, you will play a critical role in strategizing, planning, hiring, and delivering HR solutions to align with Kent's purpose, guiding principles, and strategic objectives. You will work collaboratively with your District Manager and with a team of Recruitment coordinators reporting to you, to deliver HR solutions that move our business forward.

Your exceptional relationship building skills and ability to influence coupled with your strong business acumen and customer service orientation will ensure the associate engagement and business goals of the organization are met.

Responsibilities

1. Partner with store management team within the district on employee recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and other HR-related components as required.
2. Support Recruitment Coordinators on post requisitions, conduct interviews, complete reference checks, background checks, arrange/complete drug testing of applicants.
3. Anticipate and understand the recruitment needs of your stores in partnership with the District Manager and Talent Acquisition Specialist focusing on talent identification, retention, and career development.
4. Perform various HR administrative duties and special assignments as required.
5. Support your Recruitment coordinator team to conduct research into sourcing qualified candidates.
6. Approve candidates on our hiring system.
7. Provide support coordination of recruitment projects and related services to supervisors, hiring managers, recruitment team members, and others.
8. Participate in job fairs, community activities, and other public and departmental recruitment-related events.
9. Assist with identifying issues affecting recruitment and implementing recruitment activities to continuously improve process.

Qualifications

1. Post-secondary degree with a concentration in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline is an asset.
2. Relevant experience in delivering Human Resources services or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
4. Demonstrate capability to work on multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency to execute and deliver results.
5. Customer-focused, results driven team player.
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and detail.
7. HR certification would be considered an asset.
8. Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certifications/experience would be an asset.
9. Must be bilingual.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing.