Head of HR Corporate Functions - Toronto, Canada - St Marys Cement Canada

Description

WELCOME TO VCNA

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA),

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

As a Head of HR Corporate Functions, you play a critical role in aligning human resources strategies with the overall business objectives of the organization. This position requires a strategic mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and an in-depth understanding of HR practices.

The Head of HR Corporate Functions collaborates closely with business leaders, providing guidance on various HR matters to foster a positive work environment, employee engagement, and operational success.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to understand their objectives and align HR strategies to support organizational goals.
• Act as a consultant to management, offering insights on workforce planning, talent development, and employee relations.
• Address and resolve employee relations issues, promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Provide guidance on conflict resolution, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify talent gaps and implement strategies for recruitment, retention, and succession planning.
• Support employee development through training initiatives and performance management processes.
• Implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation and application to employees and managers.
• Support the performance management process, providing coaching to managers on setting goals, conducting evaluations, and addressing performance issues.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and recommend improvement strategies.
• Assist in organizational change initiatives, providing guidance on communication, training, and employee engagement during periods of transition.
• Proactively identify potential challenges and propose solutions to mitigate resistance to change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Long standing experience as HR Business Partner for corporate functions or a similar strategic HR role.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment law, and industry best practices.
• CHRL or SHRM is an asset
• Strong ability to produce, read, analyze, and interpret human resource related documents
• Exceptional communication skill to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to employee groups, and management at all levels of the company
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office is required.
• Travel will be required (30%+) and will include international travel
• Valid Driver's license and valid passport is a must

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more
• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Training, professional development
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Fertility drug coverage
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self