Senior HR Business Partner in Mississauga, Ontario at Mother Parkers

Who is Mother Parkers?

We are one of the largest tea and coffee manufacturers in North America, with a mission to create a better beverage experience for our customers. As a leading customer solutions provider to some of North America’s largest retailers and foodservice chains, we use state-of-the-art technology and new product innovation to help our customers grow their business and deliver superior products to their clientele. Our team of coffee and tea experts are deeply passionate about what we do, proud of our 100+ years of business success, and excited about building a future with endless possibilities. Come join our team and work among the best, collaborate with high performers, and contribute to challenging work every day!

The Role:

We are seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to support HR operations across Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement. This role focuses on executing HR strategies, strengthening people programs, and partnering with senior leaders.

Reporting to the CHRO, this role will translate organizational goals into scalable HR solutions while ensuring consistency and compliance in a non-unionized environment.

What you get to do:

• Participate in the Operations Leadership team providing HR-related insights and initiating people solutions.
• Support the development and execution of HR programs and initiatives aligned with business and operational priorities.
• Act as a trusted HR partner to the Chief Operations Officer, Chief SC and Procurement Officer and their salaried office-based teams, providing guidance on workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to address people-related challenges and drive performance.
• Operate as a key member of the HR team sharing knowledge, support, and continuous improvement ideas to the Plant HRBP teams and the broader HR function.
• Support workforce planning initiatives related to hiring, retention, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruitment strategies and interviewing for salaried roles Employee Relations
• Oversee and support complex employee relations matters, including performance management, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR policies across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions.
• Support audits, policy updates, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Leverage HRIS and reporting tools to monitor workforce metrics and support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.
• Support employee engagement, wellness, and recognition initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Act as a role model for company values and leadership behaviors.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (CHRP/CHRL or equivalent strongly preferred).
• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Solid understanding of employment and labour legislation
• Proven ability to influence leaders and manage complex employee relations matters.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience using cloud-based HR systems and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

What we offer you:

• Competitive Total Rewards package – health benefits coverage on day 1, employer matched retirement savings plans, optional Health or Wellness Spending Accounts.
• Employee discount program on our coffee and tea products.
• Annual Safety Shoes Program – your safety is our #1 priority.
• Tuition Assistance Program – we value continuous learning and self-development.
• The hiring range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000.

This posting is for an existing/new vacancy.

We use AI enabled tools to support parts of our selection process; however, every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our people.

While Mother Parkers welcomes all applications, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies or search firms. Only those candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Mother Parkers is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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