HR Business Partner

Kraft Heinz; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry seeks an HR Generalist to manage various HR functions, including recruitment, budget management, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background and excellent communication skills. This role offers ambitious career development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Ambitious career development opportunities

Competitive salary and above-market bonus

Permanent contract

Travel expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Generalist.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (Dutch preferred) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define HR KPIs and components of the HR Strategy for the Factory.
• Develop the Budget for the Calendar Year and control it monthly.
• Collaborate with Central Talent Acquisition in recruitment and onboarding strategies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Conflict Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Job description

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Responsibilities

1. Strategic

• Understand Business and Human Capital Strategy, define HR KPIs, and components of the HR Strategy for the Factory.
• Align the Organizational Structure with the Standard Structure.
• Define the Talent Management Strategy, develop, and implement the Rewards Plan.
• Consult individually and collectively on matters requiring change, in accordance with Union Plant Agreement.

Budget

• Develop the Budget for the Calendar Year (AOP/ZBB) and control it monthly.
• Oversee spending related to people packages within your control area.
• Partner with manufacturing heads to minimize costs and optimize efficiency.

Recruitment & Selection

• Collaborate with Central Talent Acquisition in recruitment and onboarding strategies.
• Hire suitable candidates aligned with company culture and skills requirements.

Learning and Development

• Identify development gaps, propose training solutions, and support business needs through Skill Matrix and Functional Training Programs.
• Design and deliver employee development programs as needed.

Engagement

• Identify work environment gaps, develop action plans, ensure effective communication, and motivate staff.
• Manage processes like Ideas & Action Program, Communication Plans, People Steering, and exit interviews focusing on KPIs like absenteeism and turnover.

Employee Services

• Handle Employee Relations, Labour Relations, Communications, Discipline, Grievance Management, Medical Capabilities, etc.
• Negotiate and maintain relationships with councils and unions.

Continuous Improvement

• Implement new projects at global, zone, and local levels.
• Standardize internal HR processes to enhance efficiency.
• Lead People Pathways through KHMS.
• Enhance visual management and digitalize key HR metrics.

Data Analysis

• Identify trends using data-driven metrics and tools to align people strategies with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
• Proven experience as a Generalist
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure
• Conflict management skills
• Influential communication skills
• Fluent in English; additional languages (Dutch preferred) are advantageous

Professional Attributes

Excellent communication skills, resilience, curiosity, positivity, enthusiasm, leadership qualities, and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential for success in this role.

What We Offer

• Ambitious career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and above-market bonus
• Permanent contract
• Travel expense reimbursement
• Encouragement of innovation and new ideas

Location

Kitt Green

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion across all protected classes.