Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner - Corporate
Just Born, Inc
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Job summary
Just Born, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to our corporate leaders and leadership teams.
This role partners with functional leaders to align people priorities with business objectives, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and foster an exceptional associate experience. This position offers a hybrid work model with two in-office days per week and opportunities to lead workforce planning, change management, and talent development
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience partnering with business leaders
- Experience as an HRBP/HR Manager/HR Director or similar strategic HR leadership role
- Experience partnering with senior leaders and corporate functional teams
- Experience driving organizational effectiveness initiatives, including workforce planning, organizational design, and change management
- Demonstrated success coaching leaders through organizational, team, and employee-related challenges
- Experience leveraging workforce insights and people data to influence decision-making and business outcomes
- Experience collaborating across HR/People Centers of Excellence to deliver integrated people solutions
Responsibilities
- Be a Trusted Advisor to Corporate Leaders: align people strategies with business objectives, coach leaders, influence decisions with insights
- Shape Organizational Capability & Effectiveness: lead workforce planning and organizational design, strengthen design and growth
- Enhance Associate Experience & Engagement: foster inclusive, supportive employee experience, analyze engagement data, ensure compliant employment practices
Skills
Education
Job description
Just Born, Inc . is a family-owned candy manufacturer that has been creating joyful moments for generations. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, we are proud to produce iconic brands like PEEPS®, MIKE AND IKE®, HOT TAMALES®, and GOLDENBERG’S® PEANUT CHEWS®. Our purpose is simple: to create joyful moments and build stronger communities . Guided by our highest ideals - to take care of each other, do the right thing, and give forward - we remain committed to our people, our consumers, our community, and the planet.
At Just Born, we create moments of joy through iconic candy brands that have delighted generations of consumers. Behind every product we make is a talented community of associates whose passion, expertise , and commitment drive our success.
We're looking for a Senior Manager, Corporate HR Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to our Corporate leaders and leadership teams. In this highly visible role, you'll partner closely with leaders across functions to align people priorities with business objectives , strengthen organizational effectiveness, and foster an exceptional associate experience.
This role is ideal for a business-minded HR leader who thrives as a consultant, coach, and strategic partner. You'll help leaders navigate organizational change, workforce challenges, and employee engagement opportunities while collaborating across the People Team to deliver solutions that drive business performance and support associate success.
Work Model: Hybrid schedule, typically two in office per week. As our ways of working evolve, we commit to communicating any changes clearly and with ample notice.
- Build strong partnerships with Corporate leaders and functional leadership teams to align people strategies with business objectives .
- Serve as a trusted consultant on leadership effectiveness, organizational challenges, and business priorities.
- Influence decisions through workforce insights, analytics, and a deep understanding of organizational needs.
- Coach leaders to strengthen capability, navigate complex people matters, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Lead change efforts by helping leaders successfully manage transformation and evolving business needs.
- Design and build organizations that support business priorities, operational excellence, and future growth.
- Lead corporate workforce planning, organizational design, and team effectiveness initiatives.
- Identify talent, capability, and organizational gaps and develop solutions in partnership with People Centers of Excellence.
- Strengthen internal talent pipelines through support of talent reviews, succession planning, and development planning.
- Leverage workforce data and insights to assess organizational health, inform decisions, and mitigate risk.
- Support performance management processes that drive accountability, growth, and business results.
- Foster an engaging, inclusive, and positive associate experience across supported functions.
- Partner with Talent Management to a nalyze engagement feedback and workforce trends to identify opportunities and drive meaningful action.
- Provide guidance on employee relations matters, company policies, and employment practices.
- Partner with Talent Development, Associate Experience, Talent Acquisition, and other Centers of Excellence to deliver integrated people solutions.
- Ensure enterprise people programs, processes, and initiatives are effectively executed within supported client groups.
- Help create an environment where associates feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field required
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant experience partnering with business leaders and leadership teams.
- Proven success as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, HR Director, or similar strategic HR leadership role.
- Experience partnering with senior leaders and corporate functional teams
- Experience driving organizational effectiveness initiatives, including workforce planning, organizational design, and change management.
- Demonstrated success coaching leaders through organizational, team, and employee-related challenges.
- Experience leveraging workforce insights and people data to influence decision-making and business outcomes.
- Experience collaborating across HR/People Centers of Excellence to deliver integrated people solutions.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies to organizational goals and priorities.
- Exceptional consulting, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to build trust, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations.
- Knowledge of employment law and Human Resources best practices.
- Skilled at balancing strategic thinking with practical execution.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities .
- Ability to analyze workforce data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on driving results through partnership and influence.
- Ability to effectively lead through change, ambiguity, and evolving business needs.
Just Born is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
Just Born’s Vision is to create a workplace where every associate feels inspired and confident to bring their whole selves to work.
Our purpose is to bring sweetness to people’s lives which can only be full y realized if Just Born values every individual we touch .
- We will act boldly with integrity, authenticity and humility
- We will listen with intent, curiosity and a passion to learn and grow
- We will lift all voices and create an equitable environment for all
- Legacy & Stability: 10 3 + years of iconic brands and family-owned success.
- Inclusive Culture: We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs and can thrive.
- Competitive Compensation: Base salary, Achievement Awards, and generous 401(k) with company contributions.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, HSA contributions, and flexible options.
- Work/Life Balance: P aid time off and holidays from day one. Early Out Fridays year-round
- Wellness & Growth: Onsite wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Programs.
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