HR Manager

New Balance

Jul 9

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
People, HR & Administration
Mississauga

Requirements

Bi-lingual - fluent in French and English
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Knowledge of Canadian employment laws
Experience using Workday is a plus
Project management skills
Strong interpersonal skills that exhibit confidence in self and others
Strong conflict management skills
Well organized and able to manage multiple conflicting priorities simultaneously.
Adaptable to competing priorities and environmental changes; “roll up your sleeves” approach to contributing and completing necessary tasks, large and small.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills that demonstrate a clear, concise and direct approach.
Ability to build rapport and trust with all levels of associates.
Professional demeanor and ability to exercise good judgement.
Ability to use discretion and maintain confidential information.
Travel on occasion to retail stores in Canada and NB corporate office in Boston.

Responsibilities

As a bi-lingual HR Manager, fluent in both French and English, this role promotes a positive work environment by reinforcing New Balance values.
Serve as business partner to assigned business units; influence and support business objectives and people strategies; resolve employee relations issues when appropriate.
Update job descriptions and ensure that positions are posted internally and externally. Partner with the Compensation team to ensure jobs are paid competitively in the market.
Update policies and procedures to ensure that New Balance remains complaint with new labour laws in each of the Canadian provinces.
Ensure the talent acquisition team and retail store managers are creatively sourcing top talent in the Canadian market.
Leverage NB established campus relations in Ontario and internship programs and oversee local internships to ensure proper adherence with NB policies and procedures.
Using Workday, create and communicate reports to understand trends with hiring, turnover, and internal movement.
Review and optimize the new associate onboarding program to create a more social/digital experience with an emphasis on getting new associates connected to NB values, their peers, and our community.
Provide ongoing support to Senior HR Managers with projects and initiatives.
Create and communicate associate announcements, while partnering with NB managers and internal communications when larger organizational announcements coincide.
Assist with the annual NB performance review process and ongoing talent initiatives.
Demonstrate NB Core Values and foster and environment of positive, collaborative working relationships.
Assist in the planning and execution of company events and projects.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the HR Manager?

The HR Manager is responsible for promoting a positive work environment, serving as a business partner to various units, managing employee relations issues, updating job descriptions, ensuring compliance with labor laws, optimizing talent acquisition strategies, overseeing internships, reporting on hiring trends, enhancing the onboarding experience, supporting senior HR managers with projects, and assisting in planning company events.

What qualifications are required for this HR Manager position?

Candidates must be bilingual, fluent in both French and English. Additional qualifications include proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, knowledge of Canadian employment laws, project management skills, strong interpersonal and conflict management capabilities, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Is prior experience with Workday necessary for this role?

While prior experience using Workday is a plus, it is not explicitly required for the HR Manager position.

What skills are emphasized for successful performance in this HR Manager role?

Key skills include strong interpersonal skills, conflict management abilities, organizational capabilities, adaptability to competing priorities, professionalism, good judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Will travel be required for this position?

Yes, the HR Manager may need to travel occasionally to retail stores in Canada and to the New Balance corporate office in Boston.

How does the HR Manager contribute to talent acquisition in Canada?

The HR Manager ensures that the talent acquisition team and retail store managers are creatively sourcing top talent in the Canadian market and leverages established campus relations and internship programs for effective recruitment.

What approach does the HR Manager take towards onboarding new associates?

The HR Manager will review and optimize the new associate onboarding program to create a more engaging social/digital experience, connecting new associates to New Balance values, their peers, and the community.

How important are communication skills for the HR Manager position?

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are crucial, as the HR Manager must clearly, concisely, and directly communicate with associates at all levels, create announcements, and collaborate with managers on organizational communications.

What is the HR Manager's role in compliance with employment laws?

The HR Manager is responsible for updating policies and procedures to ensure that New Balance remains compliant with new labor laws in each of the Canadian provinces.

New Balance

Independent since 1906, we empower people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change around the world.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

1906

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 8,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype. We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content. Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static. But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.