Manager, Human Resources

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You belong at Day & Ross.

Manager, Human Resources

Full-Time

Hartland, NB (On-site)

The Manager, Human Resources serves as a partner to the business, delivering expert advisory and leadership support in workforce and talent planning, and the execution of HR initiatives. This role works closely with HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to align people strategies with business goals, ensuring a high-performing and engaged workforce.

How You’ll Help

Provide consultation related to workforce and resource planning, performance management, change management delivery, and employee & employee relations within an assigned client group.
Compile workforce analytics to develop people insights, sharing with HR Directors and the Vice President, HR.
Conduct thorough investigations based on policy/Code of Conduct infractions and provide recommendations/outcomes to leadership.
Provide input for quarterly and annual business planning, and outlines resourcing and “people” implications/considerations.
Support leaders through talent reviews while developing meaningful plans for career advancement and succession planning.
Support the people leader within the client group with performance and merit cycles.
Supports people leaders within the client group to develop effective management and leadership behaviours, giving people leaders the tools to succeed as managers and leaders.
Provide input to CoEs to define and implement forward-thinking workforce strategies and solutions to meet business environment needs.
Support regional implementation of CoE-driven processes, policies and initiatives.
Strong collaboration with Talent Acquisition COE to ensure critical roles are outlined and sourced accordingly.
Gather requirements to help with the development of HR programs, processes, and policies for a specific business unit based on business needs.
Support the business on the workings of the company’s Human Capital Management System [HCMS].
Support change execution, supporting client group in understanding and embracing changes.
Refer employees to the appropriate COE service channel to resolve inquiries / transaction requests and provides self-service coaching, as appropriate.

Your Skills & Experience

Post-secondary education, preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
CHRP or equivalent designation in HR a preferred qualification
5-7 years of HR experience
Expert knowledge of federal employment-related laws and regulations
Working knowledge of the talent management lifecycle
Ability to apply HR knowledge / experience across all HR policies, programs, processes, and functions.
Ability to understand HR compliance requirements.
Strong internal consulting skills, with working ability to influence change.
Strong business-specific knowledge and organizational behavior / design / effectiveness skills.
Ability to facilitate relationships and partner with business leaders.
Strong business acumen and project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, evaluate, and help improve others’ performance and contributions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.

About Day & Ross

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, we’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We’ve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.

As a federally regulated employer, Day & Ross fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply. Day & Ross is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities and meeting their needs in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Accessible Canada Regulations and in alignment with our business practices, capabilities, and values.

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