Who We Are:
Working at Bleckmann
Bleckmann is a market leader in supply chain management (SCM) services for fashion and lifestyle brands. Established in 1862, Bleckmann has evolved from a transportation company into a provider of complete supply chain solutions, with specific expertise in e-fulfillment. With a strong base in Europe, the company has expanded to the U.S. and Asia, enabling Bleckmann to serve customers worldwide. Thanks to our investments and extensive experience in IT solutions, we offer a unified platform to our clients across the globe.
With approximately 6,500 team members, we work every day to support our customers and deliver on their promises. With a turnover of €626 million, Bleckmann has the scale and flexibility to provide world-class solutions. Would you like to be part of our dynamic team and contribute to our growing success? Visit www.bleckmann.com to learn more and explore opportunities to start your career with Bleckmann.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Key Purpose of the Role
The UK Cluster HR Business Partner (HRBP) will play a critical role in driving the people strategy across a group of distribution centres within a 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) environment. The role is responsible for aligning HR practices with business objectives, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This position combines strategic HR leadership with hands-on operational delivery, supporting managers and employees in achieving both individual and organisational success.
Key Responsibilities
HR Business Partnering
* Act as a trusted advisor to site leadership teams, providing guidance on people-related matters to drive business performance.
* Partner with operational managers to implement HR strategies that align with business goals and objectives.
* Provide expertise in workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management.
Employee Relations (ER)
* Lead on complex employee relations cases, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and company policies.
* Provide coaching and support to managers on disciplinary, grievance, and performance management issues.
HR Processes and Compliance
* Oversee the execution of HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll input, and offboarding.
* Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR.
* Monitor and report on key HR metrics, including absence, turnover, and employee satisfaction.
Employee Engagement and Culture
* Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture.
* Facilitate communication and feedback channels between employees and management.
* Support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across the cluster.
Training and Development
* Identify training needs and collaborate with relevant parties to deliver relevant programmes.
* Support the development of leadership capabilities within the management team.
Change Management
* Lead and support change management initiatives, such as organisational restructures.
* Ensure effective communication and employee buy-in during periods of change.
Profile:
Key skills and qualifications:
Essential
* Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role within a logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
* Experience managing complex ER cases and driving HR processes in an operational context.
* Demonstrated ability to influence and coach managers at all levels.
* Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Desirable
* CIPD Level 5 or above qualification (or equivalent).
* Familiarity with HRIS systems and data-driven decision-making.
What do we offer ?
Our people are at the heart of what we do. They are critical to our client’s successes and without a doubt, to our success also. This is why we offer a range of benefits including:
·Competitive salary
·33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
·Death in Service Scheme
·Competitive pension scheme
·Health and Well-being initiatives
·Social Events
·Exclusive Client Discounts
·On site parking
Salary range £43,000 to £46,000