Job Description

It's more than a job
The Manager, Human Resources provides a broad range of HR support and consulting services to multiple Distribution Centers within the Contract Logistics Business Unit, serving as the primary Human Resources contact and advisor for management and employees
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The Manager, Human Resources implements and optimizes best HR and people practices to establish a positive employee and candidate experience. This position supports management in achieving business goals and operational objectives. Also mitigates risks and ensures legal compliance. Partners with HR peers in the delivery of regional/national HR strategies and projects.
How you create impact

• Perform HR Generalist function supporting the sites with and providing (innovative) solutions in regard to performance management, employee engagement & retention, (high-volume) recruitment & selection, learning & development, compensation & benefits, talent acquisition and HR administration
• Support management in the execution of company business strategies and the operational performance on site, in order to align HR strategy and actions with business objectives; o Partners with site leadership to ensure a positive workplace environment and strong employee engagement
• Provide coaching and counseling to managers in regard to HR, performance & people management and transformation
• Establish and maintain a positive and engaging relationship with all employees
• Act as an onsite first point of contact or all employee's issues and concerns as required
• Analyze trends and metrics as they apply to assigned business groups; use data and analysis to provide insight for decision making and provide appropriate interventions to achieve business goals and increase employee engagement and performance
• Execute and lead new business implementations and transitions for respective sites from a HR perspective
• Attend meetings with customers, including presentations on HR topics where require Provide day to day advice, counsel and guidance to ensure fair and consistent employment practices and follow-up on consistent compliance in regard to legislation, policies and procedures
• Conduct investigations and recommend and/or develop solutions to employee complaints or claims of unfair treatment, harassment and/or discrimination; o Participate in the preparation of legal defense as necessary
• Serve as back-up to HR Peers when necessary
• Grievance handling, meetings, and administrations; labour management meetings, mediation and arbitration preparation, contract renewal preparation, and labour negotiations as applicable
• Other duties assigned by the Company.

What we would like you to bring

• Post-Secondary education degree/diploma in Human Resources or related field; or equivalent education and or experience
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or working towards CHRP or CHRL designation an asset
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience as a business partner
• Experience with 3PL and/or warehouse operations in local and geographically remote markets
• Experience working in a matrix reporting relationship and subject matter experts in HR
• Advanced knowledge of employment legislation and leading workplace investigations, discipline and termination, progressive performance management, and attendance management
• Solid knowledge of People Excellence policies and procedures, employment legislation (ESA, Human Rights Code, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act)
• Exceptional collaboration and consultative skills that garner the ability to influence and build trusting and strategic relationships
• Service excellence approach and the ability to consistently demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Experience in implementation of HR programs and initiatives to provide HR planning and advice to achieve operational and workforce goals
• Self-directed learner, with the ability to exercise decision making and problem solving
• Flexibility and a tolerance for ambiguity in a constantly evolving organization
• Strong organizational, planning and project management skills

What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The target salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $106,000 CAD. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and dental benefits, a retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-MB1
Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.
Who we are
Logistics shapes our daily lives - from the goods we consume, to the healthcare we need. At Kuehne+Nagel, your day-to-day work goes beyond logistics; It accompanies the small and big moments of everyone around the world.
As a global leader with a strong structure and a forward-looking vision, we offer a safe and stable environment where your career can make a real impact. Whether we're helping deliver life-saving medicines, developing sustainable transportation solutions, or supporting local charities, your career will contribute to much more than you imagine.
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