HR Manager - South America

HR Manager - South America

HR Manager - South America

Apply locations Sao Paulo time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago job requisition id R25_00041

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WHAT DOES AN HR MANAGER DO?

Leads South America People’s agenda in alignment with Regional and Global initiatives, always complying with local legislation.

This position has a strategic role in acting as an agent for transformation and continuous improvement, change management, strategic business partner for Brazil market, translating the needs of the business into innovative HR Actions.

You will play a crucial role in the development and execution of the people agenda. You will be instrumental HR business partner to the senior leadership team. Understanding the inner workings and needs of the business in order to translate them into a People plan that aligns with regional / global strategies.

This position leads a broad range of HR matters such as: Compensation & Benefits, Talent Management & Development, Talent Management, Internal Communications, Union Relations, Talent Acquisition and Payroll.

ABOUT YOU

A dynamic, authentic, agile leader who is action oriented and results driven. You will have a strong background in HR along with a track record of successful building and maintaining of stakeholder relationships. You will need to manage and balance a matrix environment where different functions and teams could be competing for your time and attention. You will have strong credibility and knowledge in all aspects of HR and associated laws and policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, development, training and retention.
• Support design and ensure implementation of org changes aligned with Role Model Organizations and talent strategy.
• Employee engagement: Ensure programs and initiatives to actively engage employees as measured by the Primo Engagement Survey (PES) and ad hoc pulse surveys.
• Conduct and Lead the annual Talent Review process and ensure succession pipeline for critical roles.
• Support line managers in creation and implementation of development plans for identified population.
• Recruit and integrate high quality candidates according to business needs, lead-time and recruitment cost targets.
• Driving a strong “belonging calendar” focus on inclusion and diversity - making sure every primo feels they “belong”.
• Drive Building Capabilities programs for the team(s) in line with people strategy and plans.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations to reduce risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Partner with legal department as needed/required.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures in terms of conduct, mobility, compensation & benefits, internal & external recruitment, onboarding, development, training, etc.
• Maintain HR systems (primarily WorkDay), ensure data is kept up to date and correct and provide relevant analysis and reports as required.
• Work closely to the Shared Service Center to ensure the level of quality for local Payroll.
• Manage and maintain assigned budget effectively.
• Company Image Protection: Ensure protection of the company image and act as an ambassador for the image of the Company and its brands.

SKILLS

• High level of energy / ability to motivate and support HR programs across the business.
• Requires ability to influence others and ability to communicate and influence leadership.
• Strong drive for results with positive, transparent and ethical leadership style.
• Handles ambiguity with comfort, is resourceful, solution-oriented and has a growth mindset.
• A self-starter, who works well with autonomy and can prioritize with sound judgement.
• Strong relationship builder in complex organizational contexts.
• Technical skills will help to support the candidate’s success.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Solid HR generalist experience.
• Language Skills: Portuguese and Advanced English (are a must) Spanish advanced knowledge (highly desired).
• Experience in building and delivering effective people strategies.
• Experience managing and influencing not only direct reports but matrix organization (i.e., peer leaders).
• Understand business concerns and work highly collaboratively with business leaders to enable common goal of outstanding results.
• Strong knowledge in labour legislation.
• Belonging (Diversity & Inclusion): You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.

• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.

• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.

• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.

• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package

• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered (i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community).

• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

• Calm Meditation App subscription (free)

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Careers at Bacardi

We are a family-owned spirits company with more than 160 years and seven generations of heritage. Our portfolio boasts more than 200 brands and labels including icons of today and of tomorrow. You could be part of this legacy. Are you ready to unleash your potential? Apply now.

About Us

Bacardi is the world’s largest privately-held international spirits company. More than 8,000 people across the globe work toward a common purpose to Make Moments Matter. At Bacardi we are guided by our 3Fs culture of being Fearless, treating each other like Family, and having a Founders mentality. And have plenty of fun along the way!

BE FEARLESS
We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate. This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE FAMILY

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. We call each other “Primos” (Spanish for cousins) because being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE A FOUNDER

The spirit of entrepreneurship is rooted in our legacy. We treat this business as if it was our own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.