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About the Role

The Canada Business Unit People Business Partner is the main P&O point of reference for the Canada BU based in Toronto, sitting with the local Leadership Team. This position guarantees the correct and compliant application of employee relations, HR policies and procedures, performance management, recruitment and selection, training and development, and LoA management. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and ownership of the Employee Life Cycle, serving as the bridge between the local team and US headquarters. This position has 1 direct report.

Responsibilities

Partners with managers and employees to resolve employee relations issues, guides decision making, prepares corrective actions, and facilitates involuntary terminations and communications.
Understands and applies employment standards requirements/legislation for consistency, compliance, and efficiency.
Provides employee relations support and coaching to Heads of Function, managers, and employees in effective Human Resources practices.
Recommends employee relations practices to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote high employee morale and motivation.
Conducts exit interviews for leadership and managerial positions.
Leads investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth.
Advises leadership about the steps in the progressive discipline system and counsels leadership and managers on employment issues.
Manages all leave of absences as per ESA and LOA's as per benefit provider.
Leads the definition of return-to-work plans partnering with the business and H&S.
Accountable for New Employee Progress reports and annual performance evaluations, guiding and coaching leadership when required.
Acts as a guide in employee coaching sessions.
Guides managers with the preparation of employee individual development plans and ensures consistent monitoring.
Oversees the recruitment process for the BU, including reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations.
Owns the management of HCs and Budget for the Canada BU.
Accountable for the management of employee Onboarding sessions.
Accountable to prepare P&O content for annual employee training sessions.
Accountable for the development, successful rollout, and achievement of training plans for the Canada BU.
Accountable to ensure all organizational announcements and communications are made available timely.
Monitors organizational culture in support of company goals while promoting employee satisfaction.
Leads the deployment of the biannual You Survey, communication of results, and develops action plans with People Experience support.
In charge of the implementation of action plans developed as a result of You Surveys.
Participates/Guides/Manages Employee Initiatives and Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives within the Canada BU.
Researches community services and educates employees.
Leads in the implementation of Safety and Security initiatives for the Commercial force and local functions with COE support.
Guides the Canada BU leadership and managers during the annual salary review process for salaried employees in coordination with Professional Family PBPs.
Guides recognition programs approved by Group/Area.

Requirements

8+ years of increasing experience as a People Business Partner
Leadership team presence (Plant, Location, etc) preferred
CPG experience is a plus
CHRL designation preferred

Location

Toronto

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

8+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related fields required
Master’s Degree a plus

Salary/Compensations

$109,987 - $154,987

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About the Company

Ferrero is a global company that is privately owned by the Ferrero family.
The company has grown from the small Italian confectionary shop in Alba, Italy, to become the third largest confectionary manufacturer in the world, producing famous market-leading brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Joy®.
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946.
Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world.
Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

Equal Opportunity

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities.
Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws.
Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process.
If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative.
Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.