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Position Summary

Provides recruiting and selection, training and development, employee relations, and Gordon Food Service (GFS) cultural development advice, assistance and consultation to other departmental leaders at an expert level. Ensures that practices established by Home Office Human Resources are implemented and followed.

What We Offer

The salary range for this position $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 and a potential 10% bonus Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment FULL flex benefits program Company matching RRSP Family culture Advancement opportunities Profit Sharing 128 year, family owned and operated company history

Location : the successful candidate must be able to work on-site at the Milton Distribution Centre 4 days a week, with schedule flexibility for occasional evening shifts.

Duties And Responsibilities

Recruiting and Onboarding

Leads the sourcing and recruiting activities. Delivers interview skills training to managers. Supports Diversity and Inclusion initiatives related to the recruiting function and AAP. Supports the orientation process for new hires and managers.

Performance Management and Employee Relations

Educates and consults leadership on the Performance Management process, understands and leverages the Talent Management Suite, coaches employees and managers on employee relations performance, practice or policy issues, promotes the open door policy. Responds to, investigates and determines course of action for complaints from GFS employees or others in regards to Gordon Food Service.

Learning and Development

Educates and assists leaders on the GFS Leadership Development initiatives. Facilitates training and monitors required leadership training and development for completion and effectiveness. Utilizes TMS and LMS to manage learning and development activities.

Compensation And Benefits

Understands GFS compensation practices and policies and ensures leaders understand how to properly implement. Assists with the process for annual compensation changes and bonus payouts. Plans and supports benefits enrollment processes as well as educating employees and leaders on GFS retirement plans, benefits and wellness initiatives.

Diversity and Inclusion

Understands and promotes GFS Diversity and Inclusion Vision and Guiding Principles

Absence Management

Manages and/or supports the administration of Workers Compensation, short and long term disability and FMLA using applicable software to manage processes.

Other Duties And Assignments

Provides insights on how to interpret HR metrics such as turnover, new hires, diversity and AAP. May perform administrative functions related to general human resources responsibilities to include processing unemployment claims, managing the training database, entering new hires and others as required. Administers exit interviews. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience & Competencies

5+ years of experience in HR or a similar role. University degree in Human Resources or a related field is an asset. Excellent communication, presentation skills and problem solving skills. Thorough understanding of GFS culture, policies and employment-related laws, and regulations. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance. Understands Affirmative Action plans and EEOC compliance

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.