People Partner (6 month fixed term contract)

Tesco; Royton; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food wholesaler is seeking a People Partner in Royton to develop people strategies, manage talent, and provide expertise on employee relations. Candidates should have strong people partnering experience and familiarity with Trade Unions. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including discounts at various retailers and a contributory pension.

Benefits

10% Tesco discount

20% discount on F&F Clothing

Great holiday package – 29 days pro rata

Qualifications

• Strong people partnering experience in a blue-collar environment.
• Experience with Trade Unions.
• Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to develop people strategies.
• Provide advice on employee relations cases.
• Manage talent and support development.

Skills

People partnering experience

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Knowledge of employment law

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Overview

Booker • Salmon Fields, Oldham • Apply by 13-Oct-2025

Are you passionate about people and looking for a role where you can make a real impact? We are recruiting for a dedicated People Partner to join our dynamic team within our Best Food Logistics business. The role is based in Royton, supporting the site and Central Functions. If you have strong people partnering experience, a background working with Trade Unions, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

The role is initially on a 6 month basis but has the possibility for extension or becoming a permanent position.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and are committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For accessibility support information, please contact [e-mail].

What is in it for you

• 10% Tesco discount (increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks; discounts apply to home delivery)
• 20% discount on F&F Clothing
• 10% discount at Tesco Café
• 10% Booker discount
• Pizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm (excludes buffet and deals)
• 25% discount at selected Burger King restaurants
• Contributory Pension
• 1 year life assurance for all colleagues; 3 years if you join the pension scheme
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP; option to join a healthcare cash plan
• Exclusive deals website with discounts on everyday purchases
• Great holiday package – 29 days pro rata

Responsibilities

• Partner with key stakeholders to develop and implement people strategies that drive business growth
• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations cases, ensuring compliance with policies and employment law
• Manage talent, support development, and succession planning
• Work on organisational design and change management initiatives
• Use data to support people-focused initiatives
• Champion colleague engagement, wellbeing, and diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Focus on performance and absence management
• Maintain strong relationships with Trade Union representatives

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 would be advantageous but not essential
• Strong people partnering experience
• Experience with Trade Unions and ideally in a blue-collar environment
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Knowledge of employment law and employee relations management
• A commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion
• People Management experience
• Experience in a fast-paced environment, such as distribution or retail

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler serving independent retailers, caterers and small businesses. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means we want everyone to feel represented and able to be themselves at work. We are a place where Everyone's Welcome. We support flexible working and aim to accommodate various life circumstances.

Booker is part of Tesco plc, but operated separately from the core Tesco business; benefits may differ from those offered at Tesco.

How to apply / Additional information

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk