Senior Human Resources Manager

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC in New Jersey seeks a Senior HR Leader to collaborate with management on strategic HR initiatives, provide leadership on workforce planning, and drive organizational change. You will partner with senior managers to build capability and align HR plans with business goals.

The role covers South Brunswick and nearby locations, focusing on talent acquisition, employee relations, and labor relations to support a high-performance, diverse leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources or related field or relevant experience required.
• Postgraduate degree in related field or MBA preferred.
• 8+ years HR experience managing multiple client groups and prioritizing strategic projects in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.
• 8+ years' experience in employee relations.
• 5+ years' experience in labor relations.
• PHR / SPHR Certification preferred.
• Must be willing to travel throughout Liberty territory (NY, NJ, PA) as required.

Responsibilities

• Establish HR leadership relationships across management to implement strategic HR plans and change management.
• Develop strategies to maximize performance and ensure the right talent is in place.
• Analyze people metrics and trends to guide leadership decisions on employment matters.
• Lead performance management programs, calibration, and succession planning.
• Investigate complex employee relations issues with thorough, objective processes.
• Coordinate Labor Relations planning, including collective bargaining preparation and strike contingency.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Labor relations

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

About Liberty

At Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC, we're committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant communities we serve; where every associate feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in them through a culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, 401K and more), and a focus on learning and advancement, we empower our teams to lead with courage, drive results, and foster success. Join a company where you can help us refresh and celebrate the moments of today while creating the possibilities of tomorrow.

Minimum Salary: $90,000

Maximum Salary: $113,000

Summary

This position is a key HR leader within Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages (LCCB) and will collaborate with the management team to provide strategic and tactical support for the South Brunswick and Lodi locations. The Senior HRM will serve as consultant to the management team providing leadership and guidance on key HR initiatives designed to align with business goals and company values. Collaborate with senior managers in developing and implementing plans to build capability and bench strength, shape culture and manage change to achieve optimal business performance and bottom-line results.

Responsibilities

• Establish solid working relationships as a key HR leader and collaborate with all levels of management to initiate, develop, and implement strategic HR plans, change management, organizational redesign, and workforce development strategies to drive business results.
• Develop and implement strategies that leverage strengths and build skills to maximize performance, increase impact & ensure the right talent is in place. Partner with management to analyze existing talent and performance compared to critical department metrics and essential job requirements.
• Analyze & develop plans for people metrics & trends to influence the strategic people planning process and provide guidance to leadership in key decision making for employment-related matters.
• Lead & manage senior and business leaders through the performance management programs and procedures, including but not limited to performance calibration, people development forums, succession planning and individual development plans that enable the business to continue to invest in the building of the capabilities of a highly talented and diverse leadership team.
• Resolution of complex or high exposure employee relations complaints, issues and concerns regarding employment practices originating from various sources, including but not limited to grievances, Ethics & Compliance hotline calls, and Solutions complaints. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Partner with the Labor Relations team in the planning and coordination of Labor Relations activities including collective bargaining preparation, strike contingency, implementation of business initiatives and ensuring execution of proactive employee engagement programs and plans. Ensure all people leaders are trained and understand the CBA.
• Plan, lead and support organization design projects to streamline and implement new structures, roles and/or processes that create speed, efficiency, and support rapidly shifting business demands.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and business leaders to identify staffing requirements needed to build a high performing team and meet the goals and objectives of the organization. Promote diversity and inclusion in talent attraction, development, and retention within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources or related field or relevant experience required.
• Postgraduate degree in related field or MBA preferred.
• 8+ years HR experience managing multiple client groups and prioritizing strategic projects & business initiatives in a fast-paced and high-volume, complex environment
• 8+ years' experience in employee relations.
• 5+ years' experience in labor relations
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively, both verbally and written, across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent influencing and partnering skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• PHR / SPHR Certification preferred.
• Previous consumer goods, manufacturing or distribution experience preferred.
• Must be willing to travel throughout Liberty territory (NY, NJ, PA) as required

Additional Information

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

For additional information, please visit our company website at http://www.libertycoke.com/