HRis Specialist

About us

Sofina Foods is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products, Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher’s, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Director, Total Rewards, the HRIS Specialist/Analyst works with multiple stakeholders, and is responsible for the effective management of the HCM platforms including but not limited to all maintenance/configuration of various modules, reporting/dashboard requirements; providing expert consultation to all areas of the business on HCM related matters; and supporting the research, design, development and implementation of new HCM programs/modules.

**Key Accountabilities**:

- Deploy and manage Dayforce HCM with a sustainable model that enables the Canadian business. Execute Sofina’s technology roadmap focused on optimal use of the platform and champions increased user adoption;
- Maintain system tables and configuration for various modules including HR, Benefits, Entitlements, Recruitment, Onboarding, Security, Organizational structure, Workflow Management and Employee/Manager Self Service. Designs and implements new/changing functionality or modules;
- Produce regular human capital/total rewards metrics and data/reports, responding to queries, interpreting and evaluating stakeholder needs to satisfy reporting requirements;
- Processes or approves transactions for salaried staff in a timely manner in accordance with process standards
- Works closely with the Total Rewards team to support data management/configuration for ongoing activities such as merit, benefits open enrollment, collective agreement settlements, org changes, etc.
- Ensures Sofina’s human resources information is secure, reliable and accessible to authorized users, and that associated business processes are maintained;
- Assess the impact of system maintenance and upgrades through review of vendor’s pre-release notes, testing, identifying and addressing any risks or concerns through vendor prior to implementation; Keeps abreast of emerging/new functionality and presents recommendations for adoption
- Develops and maintains system and user information, training materials, guides and makes available to all users;
- Delivers user training as required

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or Math or related discipline is required.
- Minimum 5 years’ in-depth knowledge and experience with comprehensive human resources information systems, including management of an HCM/HRIS with direct relevant experience with Ceridian Dayforce strongly preferred; Certification in Dayforce training is an asset
- Project management and change management skills preferred
- Solid understanding of Total Rewards in a large corporate and multi-unionized environment
- Strong collaborator/influencer establishing key relationships across the business
- Ability to construct effective communications
- Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint;
Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.