Senior HR Business Partner - Alexandria

This position is responsible for the administration, implementation, and coordination of a wide range of Human Resources programs for the KP Windows site in Alexandria (+\- 200 employees).

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to employee relations, benefits, Human Resource Information Systems, compensation, training, onboarding, and compliance with all applicable local legislation.

In addition, the Sr. HR Business Partner will assist the Regional Human Resources Manager and other key clients as identified by Saint-Gobain HR leadership with the implementation of strategic HR programs. This position will play an important role with helping the site to achieve business goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications

Main responsabilities:

HR Partner Support to client groups

Employee Relations

• Respond to employee relations issues in the workplace and work effectively with all parties involved to address and escalate to HR Management as required.
• Ensure that all guidance, decisions making, and solutions offered will be in accordance to all applicable employment legislations as well as internal policies, processes and procedures and ensure the best interest of both the company and its employees have been taken into account.
• Prepare HR communications and keep HR communication boards/channels and tools up to date.
• Participates in department and site level initiatives- JHSC.
• Coach leaders on creating an environment where positive employee relations are foundational to the successful outcome of high employee engagement and retention in service of the successful delivery of business objectives. 
• Oversees all labour relations at the plant, grievance handling and arbitration preparation, union negotiations participation.
• Lead internal investigations on employment related matters. 
• Interpretation and implementation of relevant employment practices (e.g. employment and human rights legislation, collective agreements, labour law, etc.) 

Onboarding

• Support hiring manager and drive engagement and completion of Onboarding Checklist.
• Meet with new hires on day one to review HR Onboarding presentation and paperwork.
• Compile HR metrics (turn over, head count) analyzing, reporting and identifying emerging trends.
• Perpetuate a culture of high performance through effective leader coaching and feedback
• Promotes a safe working environment, complies with proper use of PPE, understands applicable EHS programs (reporting incidents, and participates in functional department safety meetings.
• Counsel site management team on the effective use of professional development plans, performance improvement plans, progressive discipline, and risk mitigated decisions.
• Continuously develops our corporate culture by leading & supporting all employee wellness & engagement initiatives, and employee Social Events.
• Proactively helps to drive employee engagement at the site and make recommendation for activities that can improve engagement.
• Keeps current on knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; 
• Partner and collaborate with broader HR team on Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards.

Benefits Administration

• Oversee administration of the employee benefit and pension plan
• Provide guidance on compensation decisions for lateral moves, promotions, off-cycle changes, merit, and market adjustments.
• Stay current on trending compensation, employee benefits/perks and HR related trends to ensure industry competitiveness.

HRIS Program Administration

• Systems Administrative lead for Boost, People Group (Micro strategy), People Fluent, PEG, Sunlife and other SG sites.
• Primary contact for employees, managers and HR team for questions related to performance management cycle and requirements including system.
• Coordination/administration/recommendations of the annual merit and incentive processes in coordination with department and HR leadership. Monitors Performance Management program and recommends improvements as necessary
• Issues local communications & training for annual performance management cycle and total reward programs 

Additional Description

The profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources administration or related field.
• Minimum Experience: 5+ years in Human Resources, with Generalist experience in the key areas; policy development, performance management, exposure to payroll, and employee relations.
• Strong Proficiency- Labour Relations, HRIS systems, MS office.
• Bilinguism could be considered an asset.
• Good knowledge of current employment-related laws and legislations.
• Effective written and verbal communication that can reach all levels of the organization.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and diplomacy with all levels of the organization even under stressful/high pressured situations.
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis to help guide business planning.
• Strong interpersonal relationship building and coaching skills with the ability to exercise the appropriate level of confidentiality when required.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment in a respectful way, adapt to change and have the ability to influence others without authority in a direct and positive manner.
• Excellent organizational management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CRHA/CPHR) designation is an asset.

This position is based at the Alexandria . The role is functioning within an office environment, with some travel as required to the business units/branches/ manufacturing plants. Plant visits will require on-the-floor interaction with both employees and process for observation and evaluation of HR issues.

Company Summary

Saint-Gobain, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building materials, providing innovative solutions to meet growing demand in emerging economies, for energy efficiency and for environmental protection. Saint-Gobain is a welcoming, solid, open-minded company that offers long-term career opportunities.

At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.

What we offer

Besides a great work culture where we work hard, we also have fun with various team-building events and regular companywide activities. We also offer the following:

• Total Rewards: comprehensive benefits & pension savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement program and training programs hosted globally
• Some of our perks: wellness reimbursement, product rebates, pet insurance, volunteer paid time off

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).