HR Manager - Sales Operations - Avenel - Full-time

Description

Human Resources Manager – Avenel, NJ

The successful HR Manager will base out of Avenel, NJ but support DPSG branch locations in Brooklyn, Syosset, and Elmsford. They will be responsible for providing sound HR leadership by identifying, creating and driving key people strategies for both front line/operational personnel, as well as sales and professional roles. This person will be responsible for implementing, driving and maintaining sustainable HR programs, in the areas of coaching, training and development, employee relations, labor relations and HR analytics. This role supports approximately 500 employees, 70% being hourly, Union.

The role requires significant 'customer first' orientation, influence at a senior level to effectively support behavioral change, strong organization ability, keen attention to detail, ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and ability to
maintain high levels of confidentiality. In addition, the role requires high levels of accountability, adaptability, maturity, critical thinking and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring 7 or more years of HR management experience, from the CPG (Consumer Package Goods) or manufacturing industry, along with the demonstrated labor relations experience. They will have experience using SAP, and knowledge of applying HR analytics in the workplace to positively affect change.

This position is based in Avenel, NJ with travel in the region, to support the multiple sites mentioned.

Responsibilities:

1.Working with the HRBP, ensure that the Manufacturing and Sales teams have in place the most effective organization to deliver the business strategy. This requires refining organization structures, defining and developing organization and individual capabilities, and ensuring appropriate transition plans are in place.

2.Partnering with the compensation, benefits and talent teams to ensure the business can attract, motivate, develop and retain great talent through effective resourcing, training & development, performance management and reward strategies.

3.Implementing the DPS policies and standards in a way that fits the local legislative and cultural environment.
Recommend changes and enhancements to policies and procedures which benefit the business and our employees.

4.Ensuring the individual and collective relationships between the business and its people are healthy, open and
collaborative through appropriate communication strategies and management behavior.

5.Championing the DPS Call to ACTION philosophy to build a positive business culture by focusing on and recognizing the right behaviors to achieve our business priorities.

6.Utilizing the abundant skills available through the compensation, benefits and talent teams, the transactional services provided by the HR customer solutions team and other external services providers.

7.Acting as a coach and source of advice on performance and development issues, intervening where necessary to
improve management and team effectiveness.


Behavioral Competencies

Thought Leadership:

• Partner with business leaders to provide relevant people solutions to business challenges
• Demonstrate courage through candid conversations and constructive contention
• Contribute insight to strategic planning and decision-making processes

Business Knowledge:

• Understand commercial landscape & operating dynamics - know how we create value
• Comprehend various management tools (e.g. P&L, scorecards, etc.)
• Understand various route(s)-to-market and customer agreements

Talent Champion:

• Challenge and support leadership to realize full talent potential of employees
• Create and execute meaningful professional development plans
• Build bench strength for future - identify appropriate roles based on talent fit

Human Resources Proficiency:

• Command a working knowledge of latest HR practices & processes
• Pragmatic management of employee relations & compliance matters
• Demonstrate ability to provide insights & applicability on HR best practices

Analytical Rigor & Problem Solving:

• Differentiate root cause from symptoms to drive issue resolution activities
• Develop working hypotheses based on situational knowledge
• Perform necessary data collection & analytical assessments

Leader As Coach:

• Provides candid feedback about performance, development needs and progress
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and environmental awareness
• Establishes measurable development plans & monitors achievement and growth of talent

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• 5 years of experience in an HR generalist role
• 5 years of experience with labor relations
• 5 years experience using MS Office, with advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, managing large data sets, etc.)

Dr Pepper Snapple Group is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Dr Pepper Snapple Group recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. EOE Minorities/ Females/ Protected Veterans/ Disabled.