Bilingual HR Manager, People

Job DescriptionTitle: Manager, People & Culture, Canada Location : 5300 Mainway, Burlington, Ontario, L7L 6A4Reports to: Vice President of People & Culture, AmericasThe main purpose of the Manager, People & Culture, Canada is to collaborate and lead People-related activities across Canada and ensure consistency and quality of HR services for leaders and employees. The Manager, People & Culture, Canada acts as a business partner for the Canada business management team. S/he is part of the Americas People & Culture Team and reports to the Vice President of People & Culture, Americas.1. Organization support for Country managementCollaborates with the HR team to apply and implement the people strategy for Canada together with the country management according to the Global (Group) and Region guidanceImplements the organizational development projects in Canada and ensures country management receive required support in people processes and in day to day people topics. In addition, the role may be asked to participate and support the Group and Region in such projectsSupports any acquisition integration and change management activities in CanadaSupports the implementation of Canada business strategies and Canada implementation of Group people strategy according to the Group and Region guidance or direction2. Tailors and develops HR programs to local needsPartners with the Business Areas, Group and local management to implement HR strategies in Canada.Identifies and implements specific development programs if these are required on local levelGuides the global HR processes and cycles with local management to ensure understanding and completion per the global schedule. This includes processes such as Target Setting & Performance Management, Career Development, Talent Reviews & Succession Planning, Salary Reviews, engagement surveys, etc.Assists country management in identifying, developing and maintaining the core capabilities of employees in CanadaWorks with the training organization in supporting and promoting training needed for Canada related to HR topics and competency development3. Compensation & Benefits Oversees the administration of the total rewards package; acts as a liaison between the broker and country managementEnsures jobs are aligned to the job architecture and are appropriately paid; responsible for the annual salary review/merit processResponsible for assisting country management to understand, decide and communicate pay decisions effectively to employeesEnsures country management are able to advise local managers and employees in total reward mattersGuides country management related to the various incentive programs and cycles4. Talent DevelopmentAssist country management in identifying gaps in needed skills for all respective areasEnsure country managers complete the Konecranes Talent management process and talent mappingFacilitate succession planning and career path utilization across Canada5. Employee Relations & EngagementManage the day-to-day responsibilities related to Konecranes’ union relationships, contracts, grievances, etc.Advocate and support employees through ongoing HR initiatives and strong employee service levelsEstablish & oversee employee engagement initiatives, creating a work environment in which employees are motivated, contributing and happyEnsures that Konecranes is in compliance with local employment laws and regulations and company policies – both global and localGuides managers through disciplinary processes, conducts investigations and determines appropriate corrective action6. Diversity & InclusionChampion global diversity & inclusion initiatives and apply local approaches as appropriatePartner with country management to define and monitor action items to drive improvements in diversityIdentify ways to enhance inclusion in the workplace7. LeadershipLead the Canada People & Culture team throughout their employment life cycleStrong team player, who naturally develops and involves the teamCollaborates with various internal and external parties to solve problems, inform decisions and make advancements for the overall employee experience QualificationsEXPERIENCE: Minimum five years’ experience in human resources, with at least 3 years as a HR/People & Culture Manager in an industrial company, or related industry preferred. Experience with a Global company.EDUCATION: University degree in Human Recourses or other corresponding major, or equivalent experience; CHRP or CHRL certification preferred.REQUIREMENTS:Five years’ experience in human resources, with at least 3 years as a HR/People & Culture Manager in a manufacturing or related industry preferredStrong understanding of Canadian laws related to HRUnion contract negotiation, execution and grievance process experience – preferably in at least Quebec, Ontario and B.C.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and an ethical mindsetStrong problem-solving, decision making and conflict-resolution skillsMust be able to act independently and possess a high level of responsibilityMust be comfortable in a fast pace, growth-oriented environmentFamiliarity with HR software, such as SAP SuccessFactorsOccasional travel required (