Archer Meat Snacks is seeking a dynamic Vice President Human Resources with a strong focus on Talent Development to join our team. Reporting directly to the President the VP of Human Resources will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team and will provide leadership and guidance across all HR functions so Archer Meat Snacks remains an employer of choice across other highergrowth food and beverage companies. This position will oversee talent acquisition management and development employee engagement people and succession planning and total compensation and benefits programming. The VP of Human Resources will be pivotal in enhancing our organizational effectiveness by collaborating with and advising the senior leadership team in developing and executing HR strategy in support of the companys overall business plan and strategic direction.
Archer Meat Snacks is an awardwinning meat snack company in rapid but disciplined growth. We have a highenergy fastpaced and welcoming work culture in which everyone rolls up their sleeves and partners closely together to continue to propel the companys success. Join us if you want to be a key player who can make a real mark within a dynamic and rapidly growing food manufacturing environment and you enjoy a collaborative and supportive work culture that values your contributions. This role is a hybrid based out of Downtown Los Angeles.
Archer Meat Snacks offers a generous time off package and holistic healthcare insurance options; including 100 employeepaid medical and ancillary insurance.
As the VP of Human Resources you understand that people are the heart of our business. You will play a crucial role in transforming to bestinclass HR processes and structures that support our team. The role will be based out of our downtown Los Angeles headquarters but you will also travel to visit employees in other sites including San Bernardino CA Chicago IL and other parts of the country from time to time. Your responsibilities will include:
- Strategic HR Leadership: Collaborate with the senior leadership team in developing and executing the HR strategy in support of the companys overall business plan and strategic direction ensuring people and culture are part of all business decisions. Provide strategic thought leadership and counsel to the senior leadership team on key organizational and management issues.
- Talent Acquisition: Lead and improve our talent recruitment and retention to create a robust talent pipeline and deep bench for the organization as we grow. Cultivate an employer brand in the marketplace that draws toptier candidates and ensures outstanding hiring and onboarding experiences for every applicant.
- Employee and Career Development: Design implement continuously strengthen and provide guidance for talent development succession planning and ongoing and annual performance management and goalsetting programs that nurture develop and retain our talent.
- Compensation and Benefits: Develop and administer total rewards packages that care for the whole person including compensation benefit and employee incentive programs. Ensure compensation and benefits programs are rightsized and relevant to wage salary and incentive survey data to ensure the companys total compensation programs are competitive and onbrand while still meeting the practical needs of the business.
- Management Partner: Develop strong collaborative relationships throughout the organization at all levels to deliver valueadded HR services including management coaching guidance and strategic thought partnerships to grow the business.
- Culture and Engagement: Champion initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture driving employee engagement and satisfaction. oversee employee relations (dispute resolution administering disciplinary actions providing counseling services and responding to employee concerns) and employee investigations as required.
- HR Leadership and Mentorship: Lead develop and nurture the Human Resources team and provide a roadmap for career growth and development to support the expanding business. Provide daytoday management coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Compliance and Legal Oversight: Ensure adherence to all local state and federal employment laws and regulations managing legal matters compliance training corporate insurance and risk management in collaboration with external counsel as needed.
- HR Operations: Ensure all HR functions including but not limited to recruiting compensation payroll HRIS systems design and administration benefits LOAs accommodations Workers Compensation/safety compliance performance management learning and development are adhered to all applicable regulations and delivered with excellence.
What will make you successful in this role:
- Educational Background: Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related degree is required; Masters Degree and SPHR or SHRMSCP certification preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years in HR management with at least 2 years reporting to the Senior Leadership preferred. Experience in a CPG food or beverage environment with manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Relationships and Influence: Proven ability to inspire engage build trust and motivate employees at all levels and act as a business partner. High level of emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
- Communication: Superior conflict resolution skills. Strong executive presence and communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.
- HR Leadership: Proven track record of successful team management and HR strategy implementation. At least years 5 years of leading an HR team.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of California employment laws (experience in multistate organizations helpful). Strong skills in Excel Word and PowerPoint and the ability to optimize HRIS system functionality for the organization.
Archer Meat Snacks is an equalopportunity employer embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any protected status. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace.
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