Hr Business Partner

Company Description

Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers where it matters most – the point of decision. Our patented innovation has been trusted by top retailers for more than 30 years to drive productivity and profitable growth. For our growing team of over 1000 employees, Vestcom offers the stability of an established company with the entrepreneurial spirit and fast-paced environment of a start-up.

Vestcom’s core values are at the heart of our organization, representing our fundamental beliefs and serving as our guiding light in for how we conduct business and interact with each other.

• OUR TEAMS - Our colleagues and our client define our team.
• OUR INTEGRITY - Our colleagues and clients rely upon us to deliver.
• OUR INGENUITY - Our colleagues and clients look to us for unique solutions.
• OUR PERFORMANCE - Our colleagues and clients team with us to win.

Vestcom is a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison, a Fortune 500 leader in materials science and packaging materials. Learn more at www.vestcom.com.

Job Description

Opportunity

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) aligns business objectives with associates and management in designated divisions. The HRBP will act as associate champion and change agent.  The HRBP formulates partnerships to deliver value added service to management and associates that reflect the business objectives of the organization, through sourcing/recruitment of associates, training, and employee relations. 

►   Key Areas of Responsibility

• Responsible for employment function; develop and implement recruitment plans; source, screen, interview and onboard applicants; maintain retention rate at an acceptance level.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with Director, HR to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Identify training needs; recommend existing programs to meet those needs and/or personally develop and conduct customized internal programs.
• Assist Director, HR with developing and administering wage and salary plans at all company locations.
• Investigate and prepare evidence for the company's use in hearings, law suits, and EEOC complaints.  Represent the company in unemployment, EEOC and/or legal hearings. 
• Responsible for the maintaining the department's operating procedures, record systems, and the preparation of periodic reports and summaries to keep management apprised of activities.
• Provide advice and counsel to managers in the administration of discipline; conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations and personally participate in disciplinary proceedings whenever necessary.
• Provide guidance and input on division restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Maintain in depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of associates, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with management and associates to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and associate retention.
• Through contacts with educational institutions, seminars and professional societies, and organizations, keep abreast of new developments related to Human Resources.
• Ensures compliance with internal policies, procedures and internal controls in accordance with the Sarbanes- Oxley Act 2002 Section 404.

Qualifications

►   Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field of study from a four-year college or university and at least ten years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SPHR/PHR desired, but not required.
• Must have a working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including benefit/compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, performance management, HRIS, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Must have excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, negotiating, consulting, and conflict management skills.
• Must have strong computer skills in MS Office (word, excel, power point) and MS Outlook.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize and meet deadlines and commitments. 
• Must respond on a timely basis to internal and external customer questions, requests, or issues.
• Must be able to develop and maintain strong trusting relationships with management and associates in order to gain support and achieve results.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality since the job requires working with highly sensitive data, as well as private employee information.  
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and the associates of the organization.
• Ability to embody and reflect Vestcom’s core values

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $60,375 - $88,550/ year.
The hiring [base salary / wage rate] range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

►   Additional Requirements

• This position will sit On-Site at our Kansas (New Century) Location
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Compliance with Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required
• Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures 

►   Supervisory Responsibilities 

None.

►   Management Disclaimer

Vestcom’s Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or Vestcom may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.