Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

This is NewCold
NewCold is a service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use the latest technology that empowers our people to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next-generation logistic solutions.

NewCold is one of the fastest-growing companies in cold chain logistics. We are expanding our teams to support this growth. More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media.

Position Overview
Under the general guidance of the Director of Human Resources and the Site Manager, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as support for day-to-day HR-related activities at the NewCold, Coaldale, AB location. This is a new role at a new facility and will help manage a start-up warehouse while also balancing HR compliance and employee engagement.
This role will support the site with recruitment activities, payroll, employee orientation and onboarding support, training and development support, and administrative HR compliance expertise.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources professional who can support the site while also being an employee resource to help engage employees at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Builds/maintains relationships with front-line managers and supervisors serving as a primary point of contact for day-to-day and administrative HR activities.
2. Works closely with HR Director, HR Regional team, and Site Managers on the full spectrum of core HR activities that include performance management, learning and development, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives.
3. Is knowledgeable of local employment laws, company policies, and can interpret this information to employees.
4. Processes and manages payroll for hourly and salaried workforce via ADP (80-100 employees).
5. Works with hiring managers regarding hiring needs, creates and manages job postings via Cornerstone ATS system, candidate sourcing, interviewing, scheduling, extending offers, and onboarding of new hires.
6. Ensures the effective use of data in decision-making and makes recommendations to data collection efforts and data monitoring.
7. Manages relevant HR administration tasks and ensures compliance with the law and NewCold policies.
8. Assists in the effective and timely implementation of HR processes, policies, projects, and employee events.
9. Stays abreast of marketplace best practices and advises site leaders as needed.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organization Development, or related discipline required.
Minimum three (3) years progressive and professional experience as an HR Generalist or functional area specialist required.
Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
HR-related certification (SHRM or HRCI) preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of general HR Bodies of Knowledge.
Innate ability to multi-task and strong organizational competence.
Working knowledge of and demonstrated thought leadership in multiple human resource disciplines including employee and labor relations, diversity, equity & inclusion, compensation practices, performance management, federal and state respective employment laws.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information possessing skills to handle situations in a professional and diplomatic manner.
A high degree of collaboration and emotional intelligence, self-motivation, and analytical ability.
Demonstrated ability to influence, lead, and manage projects in a heavily matrixed environment.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal).
Strong networker, convener, relationship builder, and communicator with experience collaborating with diverse work teams and stakeholders.
Multi-language knowledge and/or ability.

Are you up for the job?
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Human Resources Business Partner and help continue our successful growth?