P&O Business Partner

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Wrigley North American factories is seeking a P&O Business Partner to shape people strategy and lead talent initiatives at a regional level.

You will collaborate with factory leadership, ensure day-to-day work via MyP&O, and act as guardian of Mars Five Principles and governance. This role requires 5+ years P&O/HR and strong consulting and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Preferred: Master / Post Graduate Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.
• Factories: minimum 3 days a week travel and regional responsibilities.
• 5+ years of progressive P&O/HR experience.
• Solid knowledge of US labor regulations and their application.
• Strong consulting skills and ability to influence decisions to positive outcomes.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to prioritize and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations leaders to achieve goals aligned with the people agenda.
• Drive talent pipeline and development/engagement, monitor business health.
• Coach leaders to develop associates and improve engagement and wellbeing.
• Deliver unit-specific projects to drive change and adoption of Mars programs.
• Collaborate with P&O Head to set short and long-term goals.
• Support MyP&O and ensure efficient alignment with CoEs.

Skills

P&O/HR experience

Analytical skills

Change leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree in HR / Business

Job description

Job Description: P&O Business Partner

The P&O Business Partner for Mars Wrigley North American factories works with the Factory and Technical Directors & and their Leadership Teams supporting local people strategy creation and execution, leading change initiatives as well as leading the talent agenda and engagement at a strategic level. The BP ensures day-to-day operational work is completed via MyP&O and two-way communication with COEs. The BP has the ownership to co-design and co-implement the Mars Associate Experience as guardian of the Five Principles, signature processes, and governance procedures.

What are we looking for?

Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field Preferred qualification: Master / Post Graduate Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field At the factories minimum 3 days a week (able to travel and effectively manage regional responsibilities) 5+ years of progressive P&O/HR experience 3+ years of manufacturing setting experience preferred Solid knowledge of US labor regulations and understand their application in solving business needs and ability to provide guidance Effective in building relationship at all levels Strong analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills, using a comprehensive approach with strong attention to detail Able to solve challenges with a data mindset; utilizes available data and informs stakeholders using a data centric approach to prioritize, influence and drive outcomes Good business acumen / business experience Strong consulting skills and ability to influence decisions to a positive business outcome Ability to effectively manage and work within ambiguity and prioritize on business needs and resources

What will be your key responsibilities?

Business Leadership: Partner with Operations business leaders to achieve goals aligned with the people agenda, provide thought leadership to the business and ensure associate advocacy. The expectation will be to effectively partner with multiple site Leadership Teams and will require highly functional ways of working. Talent & Organizational Health: Drive a talent pipeline and strategy that supports growth and Associate development/engagement, keep a “pulse” of the business and develop appropriate OD interventions that strengthen the health of the organization and enable a high-performing culture. Coach LMs through the wow’s, enabling them to develop Associates and improve engagement and team wellbeing living up to the expectation of a Mars’ Great Line Manager. Unit Effectiveness: manage or deliver unit-specific projects to drive change and transformation, embed the adoption of Mars signature people programs and Essence of Mars and communicate emerging needs to CoEs. Partner with the P&O Head and the P&O team to establish and achieve short and long-term goals to drive business success, ensure the people agenda lives and is acted upon within the unit, and emphasize Associate advocacy. Enabling Operations:Guide, support and position the MyP&O team and LMs to most effectively and efficiently support Associates. Work to ensure efficiency and effectiveness with the Talent Acquisition and Associate Relations teams. Problem solve escalations throughout P&O model to drive resolution.

What can you expect from Mars?

Join a purpose driven company, where we are striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 101,120.00 - USD 139,040.00 Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL®, and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.