Human Ressources Manager

Saputo Inc.; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous group insurance

Group retirement plan with employer)

Telemedicine and assistance program

Employee Share Ownership Plan with an

Parental Leave

Paid time off: Sick days, floater days

RRSP & TFSA contributions

Training and development programs

Employee discounts on Saputo products

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Manager to partner with site leadership across Ville Saint-Laurent, Boucherville, Quebec City, and Mont-Laurier facilities.

You will implement HR priorities, support employee and labour relations, recruitment, change management, and engagement while aligning HR initiatives with operational needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• five to seven years of progressive HR experience in a high-volume manufacturing or operational environment.
• Experience supporting multiple sites is an asset.
• Significant experience in labour relations and coaching managers.
• Strong communication, influencing, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual French and English, spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel regularly between sites.
• CRHA or CRIA designation is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to managers, supervisors, and employees on HR practices, policies, and procedures.
• Act as a strategic business partner to site leadership teams and help achieve operational objectives.
• Establish HR priorities across sites and align with organizational goals.
• Develop and implement initiatives for employee engagement, talent development, performance, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practices in labour relations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, talent development, and succession planning.
• Participate in continuous improvement and transformation initiatives with operations.
• Leverage HR metrics to inform recommendations and support decisions.
• Act as an ambassador of Saputo's values, culture, and behaviours.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Employee relations

Labor relations

Talent development

Recruitment

Change management

Communication

Bilingual French-English

Multi-site experience

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview Of The Role

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources - Quebec, the Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic business partner to the leadership teams at the Ville Saint-Laurent, Boucherville, Quebec City, and Mont-Laurier manufacturing facilities and distribution centers.

The incumbent is responsible for implementing human resources priorities and supporting operations in the areas of employee relations, labour relations, talent development, recruitment, change management, and employee engagement.

This role actively contributes to achieving business objectives by aligning HR initiatives with operational needs while fostering a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous development.

How you will make contribution that matter:

• Provide guidance and support to managers, supervisors, and employees on human resources practices, policies, and procedures.
• Act as a strategic business partner to site leadership teams and contribute to the achievement of operational objectives.
• Establish HR priorities across the various sites and ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategic direction.
• Develop and implement initiatives that drive employee engagement, talent development, performance, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and promote best practices in labour relations and employee relations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, talent development, and succession planning activities.
• Participate actively in continuous improvement and organizational transformation initiatives in collaboration with operational teams.
• Leverage HR metrics and data to inform recommendations and support decision-making.
• Act as an ambassador of the organization's values, culture, and expected behaviours.
• Perform other related duties as required.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Minimum of five to seven years of progressive Human Resources experience in a high-volume manufacturing or operational environment.
• Experience supporting multiple sites is considered an asset.
• Significant experience in labour relations and coaching managers.
• Strong communication, influencing, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Strong team player with a high degree of autonomy and initiative.
• Bilingualism (French and English, spoken and written).
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between sites.
• CRHA or CRIA designation is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and comfort working with HR systems and technologies.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Why Join Us

Join a dynamic team where you will have a direct impact on business success by partnering with leaders, supporting employees, and driving HR initiatives that foster engagement, growth, and operational excellence.

Note: Given the regular interactions with colleagues, leaders, and stakeholders across Canada, bilingualism in French and English is required for this position.

Salary: $92,795-121,795

• Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

All applications are carefully reviewed by our talent acquisition team. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to screen applications. Artificial intelligence is not used to evaluate or select candidates.

Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.