HR Business Partner

Dole Food Company; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dole Food Company is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support our headquarters in Westlake Village, California. This hybrid role includes partnering with executives to translate business strategies into effective HR plans.

Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of HR experience, particularly in CPG environments, and a strong grasp of California employment laws. Offering a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $150,000, the position emphasizes inclusivity and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to translate business priorities into effective people strategies.
• Manage performance and talent management processes.
• Serve as primary contact for employee relations matters.

Skills

HR Business Partner support

U.S./California employment laws

Change management

Performance management

Coaching leaders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP

Job description

Responsibilities

This role provides flexibility to work in a hybrid environment of home and our Westlake Village, CA office. (Hybrid is defined as 3 times per week in the office).

Strategic Business Partnership

• Partner with HQ functional leaders to understand business priorities and translate them into effective people strategies that support growth, productivity, and organizational health.
• Provide coaching and counsel to leaders on workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and change management.
• Act as a thought partner during periods of transformation, including reorganizations, new capability builds, and process evolution common in CPG environments.

Talent & Performance Management

• Manage and support performance and talent management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews and performance management, calibration, and development planning.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring strategies for HQ roles, including workforce forecasting, role scoping, and selection guidance.
• Identify and develop talent pipelines, succession plans, and targeted development initiatives for critical roles.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters within supported HQ functions, escalating matters that require investigations, resolving issues, and advising leaders on appropriate actions.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, practices, and procedures while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Partner with HR Operations as needed on complex cases, leaves of absence, accommodations, and policy interpretation.

Culture, Engagement & Change Management

• Champion company values and culture initiatives across HQ teams, reinforcing engagement, inclusion, and accountability.
• Lead or support employee engagement efforts, action planning, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Act as a change agent by assessing organizational readiness, managing stakeholder communication, and supporting leaders through transitions.

Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Use HR metrics and insights to identify trends, assess organizational health, and inform decision‑making.
• Continuously evaluate HR programs and processes to make recommendations to improve effectiveness, scalability, and employee experience.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience, Knowledge, & Skills You Bring:

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with direct HR Business Partner support for corporate or headquarters functions (Commercial functions such as Sales and Marketing are strongly preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of U.S./California employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in Canadian HR practices preferred.
• Demonstrated experience advising leaders in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Experience in a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), or similarly complex, consumer-driven organization is preferred

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Passionate about a purpose driven career
• Committed to fostering inclusive environments that support employee development and well-being
• Sets clear expectations, encourages innovation, and drives continuous improvement
• Models and coaches towards transparency and integrity in decision-making
• Effectively facilitates cross-team communication and teamwork

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required
• SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and use the computer for extended periods of time; ability to answer phones and use a variety of office equipment; ability to lift 15 pounds and reach overhead.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

FOR JOBS BASED IN CALIFORNIA:

Hiring Pay Scale: $125,000 to $150,000

Dole Packaged Foods is committed to paying our Associates fairly and equitably. The pay rate offered will consider a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, accomplishments, and location. Pay scales are subject to review on a regular basis and will be updated as appropriate.