HR Project Manager

FGF Brands; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food products company based in Toronto is seeking an experienced HR Project Manager to oversee Talent and Development initiatives. This role requires strong project management skills, experience in change management, and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders to enhance employee experiences. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in HR and PMP or Agile certification.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

RRSP matching program

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program for various services

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years related experience in Human Resources.
• Minimum 5 years project management experience.
• Comfortable performing multifaceted projects with day-to-day activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of assigned HR projects from concept through execution.
• Lead change management activities for company-wide initiatives.
• Create project schedules and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Influencing Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Education

PMP certification or Agile certification (preferred)

Bachelors' Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Summary We’re a naan traditional company… The HR Project Manager, reporting within the T&D(HR) Project Management team, comes with experience working across multiple stakeholders leading projects within Talent and Development (Human Resources) and managing change. This role is responsible for managing a wide range of projects, including planning, directing, implementing as well as leading initiatives related to T&D’s strategic priorities across North America. In collaboration with subject matter experts, this role is looking forward to continuously seeking ways to enhance the people’s experiences.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Responsible for all phases of assigned HR projects from concept through execution.
• Develop and integrate individuals into high performing project teams using continuous improvement tools, team building, and full range leadership behaviors.
• Manage resource allocation, weekly availability, time-off, conflicting priorities.
• Ensure cross-functional team performance to schedule through a regular meeting cadence of progress review with appropriate follow-up actions to ensure on-time delivery of the project.
• Create project schedules that capture cross functional involvement and determine the best course of action to ensure project goals are met.
• Communicate effectively with Leadership, cross functional peers and the development team.
• Proactively identify and manage gaps in the scheduled tasks, schedule misses or slippage by identifying early when tasks are off track and working with team members and leaders to develop strategies to correct.
• Collaborate with T&D Leaders on company-wide T&D initiatives, such as performance management, promotion process, leadership program nominations, company-wide T&D launches, Team Member development, engagement surveys.
• Accountable to deliver the program objectives, with focus on change management planning and transition into continuing operations.
• As needed perform other duties/projects as assigned.

Change Management:

• Apply PROSCI change management methodology and lead change management activities for company-wide initiatives.
• Apply a change management process and tools to create a strategy to support adoption of the changes required by a project or initiative.
• Support change management at the organizational level by conducting impact analysis, assessing change readiness, and identifying key stakeholders in collaboration with the assigned Project Manager and in line with the Change Management Champion program.
• Integrate change management activities into project plan.
• Support communication efforts: support the design, development, delivery, and management of communications.
• Support training efforts: provide input, document requirements, and support the design and delivery of training programs.
• Identify, analyze, and prepare risk mitigation tactics.
• Identify and manage anticipated resistance and develop resistance management plan.
• Support and engage senior leaders.
• Coordinate efforts with other SMEs on the project.
• Evaluate and ensure user readiness.
• Define and measure success metrics and monitor change progress.

Required Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years related experience in Human Resources
• Minimum 5 years project management experience
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
• Excellent influencing skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive and able to recognize and support the organization’s preferences and priorities.
• Results and people oriented with sound judgement-ability to balance other business considerations.
• PMP certification in project management or Agile project management is preferred (or in progress).

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas. In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization. Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.