Human Resource Manager - HQ

We are seeking a Corporate Human Resources Business Partner to support our Corporate Operations teams (Supply Chain, Procurement, EHS, Quality, Engineering, OPEX), who can effectively influence, lead, and execute across multiple facets of HR to include coaching and guiding the business in recruitment, engagement, performance management, talent development, total rewards, employee relations and HR compliance. This HRBP contributes to making a difference at every level by driving & executing impactful organizational changes, driving a high performing organization & winning culture with an increasing focus on leadership and talent development that align with The Ventura Edge. One must also be able to listen, learn and cultivate strong relationships rooted in trust to be successful and deliver value to our people and the business. This position will report to the VP and work closely with corporate HR functions.

• Partner with the business to evolve, develop and lead all people initiatives through the HR team, while helping to shape the culture that facilitates and supports Ventura Foods goals and initiatives.
• Act as trusted advisor, influencer and coach to functional business leaders and managers regarding all people related areas: coaching, individual development, organizational structure and team development, including coaching and guiding leaders to manage and resolve performance and employee relations issues. Perform investigations as required.
• Drive the HR strategy to attract, grow and connect employees to support the organization's short- and long-term business goals. By collaborating with HR teams and lead interaction and process with business leaders in the areas of talent acquisition, talent development, compensation and benefits, and compliance. Provide guidance and coaching as appropriate on talent and organization issues.
• Drive employee connection and commitment by utilize employee feedback, trends and it's impact on employee morale, potential employee relations or wage/benefit issues to optimize our people process and total rewards.
• Coach and guide leaders through the performance planning and evaluation cycle including continuous improvement of tools and resources.
  • Act as SME on the performance and individual development process.
  • Lead calibration of performance functional support areas.
• Coach and guide leaders through the talent and succession management process (People Planning):
  • Act as SME on talent and succession planning.
  • Lead calibration of talent and facilitation of movement of talent across the functional support areas.
  • Assist with the identification and assessment of talent across the organization.
  • Ensure continued development and advancement of our people and the function.
• Assessing Employee Relations practices to support compliance with Corporate, Federal, State and Local rules and regulations while providing guidance to management to help maintain a well-adapted employment environment.
• Lead, develop and execute other projects and initiativesas assigned.

• Bachelor degree in related field required- Master's degree a big plus.
• Required 3+ years as a HR Generalist, prefer experience in an HQ/Corporate setting or demonstrated experience as a trusted HR advisor and/or internal HR consultant within a CPG or multi-location organization.
• Required knowledge and experience in organizational development process and programs: talent, performance management, workforce planning.
• PHR or SPHR through HRCI/SHRM certification strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working on-site 2-3 days per week.
• Must be familiar with HR technology (e.g., applicant track system, HRIS, performance management systems, benefits system, etc.).
• PC literate using Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams).
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
  

• Customer Focus:Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to act as a company representative with internal & external customers to deliver an exceptional experience
• Demonstrated maturity to prioritize, meet strict deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to act as consultant and coach, at all levels - from front-line employee to executive.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated experience working in matrixed teams and collaborating, building and growing relationships all in an effort to achieve shared goals, and company objectives and results.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt in a fast paced and growing work environment.
• An agile and continuous learner with personal resilience and an ability to deal with ambiguity.
• Inspire and Motivate: Experience leading in a positive and compelling manner.
• Courageous Leadership: Demonstrates the courage to make difficult decisions.
• Coaching Advocate: Demonstrated ability to instill a culture of coaching by advocating and role modeling.
• Capability Builder: Experienceenhancing the company's performance by ensuring Ventura Foods has the right people, skills, capability and structure.
• Change Agent: Experience leading and guiding the organization to proactively embrace change and address evolving organizational needs.
• Proven track record of influencing, leading, and facilitating strategic initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Trusted Partner: Demonstrated ability to act as a strategic consultant with the ability to problem solve by leveraging relevant timely and practice people solutions that advance our business strategy.
• Core knowledge of and ability to collaborate with all areas within HR such as talent management - talent acquisition- compensation- employee relations- benefits.
• Cultural Enabler: Experience and passion living and leveraging company core values to foster an inclusive environmentcreating a cohesive high performing organization where people feel proud to belong.
• Knowledge of current federal and state labor/benefits laws and regulations including but not limited to ADA, ADEA, COBRA, EEOC, ERISA, FLSA, FMLA, Healthcare Reform Act, HIPPA, and Pension Protection Act.