Vacancy NameHR Business PartnerEmployment TypePermanentCountryUnited KingdomLocationBelvedereBusiness AreaEdible Oils LimitedWorkplace TypeHybridAbout PrincesThe Princes Group has over 7, employees with offices and production sites in the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France and Mauritius. Princes manufactures different food and drink products responsibly sourced and enjoyed by consumers every day. None of this would be possible without striving to be an employer of choice, where our colleagues are proud to represent our business.Role DescriptionOur Princes Edible Oils sites are looking for a HR Business Partner to join our growing business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for their next step up in HR or to continue their HR Business Partner journey working for one of the UK's leading FMCG businesses. Our edible oils sites are the leading suppliers of both branded and customer own brand bottled oils and white fats in the UK and mainland Europe markets.
Job Purpose
Work with the EOL management team to provide HR support and direction to contribute towards the joint venture’s objectives and strategies.
Responsible for implementation of Group level HR strategy in line with operational business plans (MWBP’s/TIP’s) and operating framework (QCDSP).
Work with and manage the site HR teams to oversee operational HR priorities effectively on a day to day basis taking into consideration the requirements of each site as appropriate.
Dimensions
1. 2 Indirect reports
2. 2 Manufacturing sites
3. Headcount circa - permanent staff
4. Member of the Group HR team
Benefits
5. 26 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
6. 14.5% Pension consisting of a 9.5% Employer contribution
7. Flexible holidays the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday per year
8. Private Medical Insurance (Single, Partner and family cover)
9. Critical Illness Scheme
10. Life Insurance
Principle Accountabilities
11. In conjunction with Site Management teams, develop short term people plans and projects, which support the business objectives (MWBP’s/TIP’s), site manufacturing strategies and Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, People principles
12. Translating the functional strategy into plans and actions to achieve department/site objectives.
13. Challenge established practices to the benefit of the business.
14. Manage all operational HR issues for the site working closely with the Site Management teams.
15. Continue to develop a partnership approach with the Site Management team to assist in the delivery of change across the site.
16. Manage the attendance procedure for all employees, ensuring that long term sickness cases are dealt with in an appropriate manner.
17. Ensure all TU activity is dealt with effectively in house reducing risk and exposure factors to the business.
18. Support the annual wage negotiation process with the site HR team and Factory Management teams as appropriate.
19. Continue to develop a partnership approach with the recognised union and to assist in the delivery of change across the sites.
20. Ensure effective use of communication mechanisms throughout the sites.
21. Support the implementation of consistent and effective policies & procedures across the site to ensure compliance with all internal controls and external legal requirements in line with Group HR policies.
22. Support the provision of regular update sessions to line management in compliance, policy changes and best practice.
23. Support to deliver strategic change programmes and Group HR projects which impact dedicated sites.
24. Promote Company values within the department/site through the appropriate operation of systems, policies and working practices.
25. Support the development processes for the site, coaching the Site Management team in relation to performance appraisal, succession planning, management development, communication and engagement etc.
26. Support and contribute to the learning and development plan across Erith and Belvedere sites, in line with company requirements and site accredited standards and highlighting management development needs.
27. Manage recruitment and selection activity cycles including developing, delivering and facilitating assessment events as and when required.
28. Oversee preparation and facilitation of Ethical Audits for retail customers ensuring the risk of non-conformances is reduced as far as reasonably practicable.
29. Ensure that the Company’s succession planning tools are fully utilised and where appropriate development plans are created and actions/ recommendations implemented.
30. Manage all capability and performance management issues, alongside the Site Management team, ensuring business impact is minimised and individual support is maximised.
31. Input into and manage the delivery of the site engagement, including health and wellbeing projects and initiatives across the site, in partnership with the wider site team.
32. Build lasting relationships with all levels across the organisation in order to create and add value to their operations and promote the services of HR.
33. Manage self and HR teams to achieve department and site objectives.
34. Support and coach team members to ensure continuing professional development.
35. Ensure that HR team are updated of legislative changes and how these impact on the Princes employment context.
Role Requirements Knowledge
36. Experience of working within a Manufacturing/FMCG environment and working with Trade Unions
37. Significant employee relations experience
38. Experience of managing and implementing change
39. Level 5+ CIPD qualified
Skills
40. Ability to build effective relationships with customers and key stakeholders
41. Effective communication and IT Skills
42. Ability to manage people, prioritise and meet deadlines
43. Coaching and developing others
44. Influencing
45. Ability to operate flexibly in a constantly changing environment
46. Ability to work under pressure
Please apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
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