Human Resources Business Partner

**Who are we?**

**_UNFI is the leading distributor of natural, organic, and specialty foods in North America We transform the world of food for our associates, customers, suppliers, and the families we serve every day. Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to people everywhere._**

**_Better Food, Better Future_**

**_If YOU are an HR professional who enjoys working in shared services, partnering with the business, AND loves food as much as we do, our opportunity at UNFI Canada may be right for you. Read on_**

**Position**:Human Resources Business Partner

**Job Type**: Full Time Permanent

**Schedule**: Monday-Friday

**Language Requirements**: English

**Working Conditions: Hybrid (minimum 2 days on-site per week)**

**Location(s): Concord, ON**

**Purpose**:
The HR Business Partner is responsible for executing action items that support initiatives within the facility/business group.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Business Partner is responsible for effective execution of human resources functions in areas such as Onboarding, Administration, Associate Relations, Health & Safety, and Labour Relations.

**Responsibilities**:
**HR & Payroll Administration**
- Maintains and updates employee records and associate files
- Submits information to payroll accurately and timely (ex. New Hire Forms, Termination Forms) as part of the onboarding and/or offboarding process for associates.
- Responds to all payroll inquiries.
- Investigates, researches, and reviews all payroll discrepancies in partnership with Payroll Department.
- Submits all payroll forms in a timely manner.

**New Hire Onboarding**
- Organizes, schedules, and hosts new hire orientations (in person / virtual). Provides overview of key policies, procedures. Works cross-functionally with other business units to provide positive onboarding experience for new associates.

**Execution of other HR Activities**
- Executes and delivers on assigned HR functions, accurately and timely.
- Supports National HR programs within the facility, in accordance with National HR processes and programs.
- Leverages best practices and participates in collaboration with the region/group.
- Builds effective working relationships with HR team.
- Supports local HR programs in areas such as employee engagement, recognition, training and labour relations.
- Possesses working knowledge of HR policies and procedures as well as federal, provincial, and local laws.
- Supports with recordkeeping, employee relations, terminations, exit interviews, promotions, etc. in accordance with Company procedures and applicable legal requirements.
- Provides transparency into work.
- Leverages network for learning when encountering a new challenges. Manages personal development following changes to company/region/facility/group strategy.

**Business Strategy**
- Builds effective working relationships with business leaders.
- Leverages understanding of business needs.

**Engagement & Associate Relations**
- Responsible for being a steward of the company culture.
- Ensures that associate questions are answered promptly and courteously resolved.
- Implements associate engagement events and activities, as assigned.
- Addresses associate concerns with open communication techniques.
- Communicates with associates in a timely and courteous manner. Escalates associate issues to HR Manager.
- Performs other job duties as required.

**Qualifications**:
**Education/Certification**:

- Post-Secondary Education in HR Management, Business, or related field.
- CHRP / CHRL certification preferred.

**Experience**:

- 2 years of HR experience
- Previous experience using ADP Workforce Now preferred
- Previous experience working in a distribution/warehouse environment preferred.
- Previous experience working with unions preferred.

**Knowledge**:

- Working knowledge of Federal, Provincial, and Local employment laws.
- Working knowledge of the Employment Standards Act and employee relations practices.

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Excellent communications skills, written and verbal
- Analytical skills
- Action Oriented

**Competencies**:

- Communicates Effectively
- Demonstrates Initiative
- Displays Confidence and Composure
- Assesses and Understands People
- Delivers High Quality Work

**Reasons to Apply. Reasons to stay at UNFI Canada. We offer**:

- Base salary
- Health and Dental benefits on your first day
- Paid vacation and sick days
- RRSP program available after 6 months of service
- Employee discount on organic/natural foods
- Company events
- Friendly and helpful team
- And last, but not least, our values. You will have the opportunity to be part of a meaningful company that does meaningful work. Join us on our journey at UNFI to #FeedthePlanet and provide healthier food choices for everyone #Betterforall

**Our Commitment**:
We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
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