Plant HR, Associate Director

If you are an HR Business Partner looking for a challenging and diverse role then this could be the next opportunity for you. This role offers you the opportunity to formulate and drive implementation of HR processes - including key agenda of building high performing organizations, driving people centre excellence and ensuring HR operations and processes are driven smoothly as well as building positive ER strategies for the plant workforce. A significant aspect of this role also involves engaging with union representatives and fostering a collaborative environment.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

• HR Business Partnering As a member of the plant leadership team, partner for all HR processes, including performance, talent and reward HR processes
• Manpower Planning & Talent Acquisition Support manpower planning for the plant. Create talent acquisition strategy and deployment for the plant work force and drive hiring efforts
• Engagement & Culture Drive and lead the engagement within the plants to build a highly engaged and positive plant work force. Build ownership of technicians to operate with greater autonomy and empowerment
• People Centre Lead Lead the People Centre Pillar under the Kellogg Work Systems Manufacturing Excellence deployment in the plant. Drive key agenda on building high performing organisations within the plant
• Capability Building Drive the Education & Training pillar under KWS to support capability efforts and partner the function specifically drive the technician training agenda for the plant
• Reward & Recognition Drive the annual compensation review process for all plant employees whilst enabling a high-performance culture. Build a recognition culture within the plant for ongoing engagement
• Employee Relations Enable peaceful employee relations, managing different populations within the plant work force to foster a positive, non-unionized work environment through proactive engagement and grievance handling. Manage external unions amongst contract workforce and drive the collective bargaining process as necessary
• Union Relations Navigate union negotiations, address employee concerns, and implement strategies that promote a positive working relationship between management and union members
• Plant Compliances Oversee and ensure 100% adherence to labor compliances and external audits at the plants
• Environment Management Build relationships with key governmental departments to establish a positive work environment

Working Relationships

• Corporate HR/ HR operations team
• Supply Chain Leadership team/ Plant leadership team
• External Relationships: Government Officials, Union Leaders, etc
• This person will lead a plant HR team of three people

We're Looking for Someone With

• Post Graduate degree in HR
• 10-15+ years of experience in HR Business Partnering and Plant HR
• Experience in Plant HR, Compliances, Industrial and Union Relations, Collective Bargaining
• Experience in FMCG organizations is preferred

What's Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

About Kellanova AMEA

Home to 75% of the world's population and contributing to 50% of the global GDP, the AMEA region represents a vast and promising market for Kellanova. This region provides an extensive geographic presence and holds substantial growth potential, especially considering our diverse portfolio spanning multiple categories.

AMEA is strategically positioned for growth, positioning itself to become a prominent player in the snacking industry while maintaining a steady trajectory of cereal growth. As we expand our product offerings, reach new geographic horizons, and increase investments in emerging markets within AMEA, you have the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. We are deeply committed to investing in our people and enhancing our capabilities to deliver value to our stakeholders.