Senior Director, People & Culture

The Coca-Cola Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Human Resources Business Partner, where you'll drive people strategies that enhance organizational performance. This role is pivotal in navigating talent management and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration. You'll partner with leadership to implement HR initiatives that align with business objectives while ensuring compliance and promoting a respectful work environment. If you're passionate about influencing key aspects of the business and making a difference, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HR experience, preferably as an HR generalist.
• Experience in consumer goods, manufacturing, or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR consultation and support to leadership.
• Develop and implement HR plans and change management strategies.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Collaboration in a matrix environment

Change agent

Employee Relationships

Organizational Development (OD)

Talent Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Post-graduate degree or MBA

Job description

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

May 14, 2025

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

About the Role:

As a highly skilled Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for our Finance, Digital Acceleration, Strategy and New Revenue Stream function in the North America Operating Unit, you won't just support the business; you will be the driving force behind our people strategy. This role demands a proactive and strategic individual who can navigate the complexities of talent management, organizational development, and employee relations within a dynamic and innovative environment. You will champion our company values while fostering an atmosphere that emphasizes growth, collaboration, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Consultation: Provide strategic HR consultation and support to leadership, leading the design and implementation of HR initiatives, organizational structures, and team dynamics that align with business objectives and foster growth.

• Change Management: Act as a change agent, developing and implementing HR plans and change management strategies to enhance our growth culture. Focus on agility, smart risk-taking, and accountability while promoting an empowered, externally focused work environment.

• Talent Acquisition & Management: Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to identify staffing needs, support recruitment efforts, and ensure a best-in-class workforce. Lead talent management processes to drive employee growth and retention, including action planning and development forum facilitation.

• Employee Development & Culture: Conduct needs assessments to prioritize HR strategies, fostering a positive employee culture through communication initiatives. Collaborate with capability leaders to design and implement programs that support continuous employee development and enhance performance.

• Compliance & Policy Enforcement: Ensure consistent and fair application of workplace policies while promoting a respectful and equitable work environment. Maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations, collaborating with Employee Relations and legal counsel to address and resolve workplace issues and disputes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field or relevant experience required; post-graduate degree in related field or MBA preferred.

• Experience: Minimum 12+ years exempt-level Human Resource experience required, preferably as an HR generalist.

• Industry Experience: Previous experience in consumer goods, manufacturing, or distribution; must have experience with Talent Management, Organizational Development/Effectiveness, Employee/Labor Relations, and Change Management.

• Skills: Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, and listening), collaboration in a matrix environment, and the ability to act as a change agent.

Why Join Us?

As a member of our team, you will be positioned to influence key aspects of our business and the industry at large. The role of Human Resources Business Partner involves developing and deploying strategies that enhance our ability to attract and retain exceptional talent. Your contributions will be vital in driving organizational excellence and fostering a high-performance culture.

Skills:

Act as a Change Agent, Employee Relationships, Organizational Development (OD), Talent Management

Pay Range:

$168,000 - $189,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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