Human Resources Business Partner

at  Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmaprix

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.
All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
As the Human Resources Business Partner is an Internal Consultant/Advisor to regional resources and Associate-Owners for all Human Resources Management disciplines.
We are hiring an Human Resources Business Partner to support our SDM stores in the GTA-North region.
As this is a field HR position, there will be frequent travel (3-4 days/week) throughout the GTA North region, and as such a valid driver’s license will be required.
You will be fully conversant with corporate policies, National Standards, Associate-Owner guidelines and related legislation. As the Human Resources Business Partner, you will be accountable for all employee relations/labour relations activities and for the implementation of all Human Resource initiatives in the region.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education - Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management/Industrial Relations or a related discipline
• Experience - A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive human resource experience with detailed knowledge of Employee Relations & HR Business Partnering, provincial Human Resources/employment legislation and regulations.
• Project Management - ability to plan and implement programs and projects
• Computer Skills - Strong proficiency using Office 365, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams etc.
• Self-Management - working autonomously using strong judgment, and problem solving
• Relationship Building - Ability to establish strong relationships, building trust, confidence, and influencing skills, working cross-functionally across multiple areas/departments
• Presentation Skills – comfortable leading meetings as required and delivering presentations/training and updates to groups
  Why Shoppers?
  At Shoppers Drug Mart, we have always remained true to our belief that the root of our success lies with our people. We pride ourselves on providing more ways to care about our patients, customers and community.

We offer unique work, and the benefits you would expect from a large corporation, all with a smaller company feel, as well as:

• A high energy and varied workplace that strives for and rewards excellence
• Competitive pay structures, rewarding strong and consistent performance
• A customizable benefits plan, including a vacation purchase option
• Employee discounts on in-store purchases
• Opportunities for learning and skills development and career advancement
• Learning and development through our SDM Academy
• Strong culture of charitable and community involvement
• Unique chance to work with an organization that is committed to improving the health and well being of Canadians

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

• Leadership & Coaching -Coach Associates, management team members, and business unit teams on all facets of HR i.e. employee relations issues, HR policy and legislation interpretation and application and all other HR programs and practices to support Associates with delivering a consistent and positive employee experience in their stores.
• Employee Engagement Survey –Advise and guide Associates in the interpretation and follow-up of store staff surveys post survey, including action plan development
• Identify and monitor high risk stores and manage risk with the Associate and business unit teams. Review positive employee relations best practices with Associates and store leadership teams on a regular basis. Provide interpretation of store HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency with provincial legislation and common law decisions i.e. Terminations; human rights; etc. Follow up on sensitive/escalated HR complaints, ensuring adequate resolution and risk mitigation
• HR Standards - Ensure National HR Standards and best practices are in place for all stores
• Compensation – Consult and recommend wage and annual merit adjustments to Associates for their store staff, in accordance with Market wage guidance
• Store Acquisitions - Provide hands-on human resource leadership and Business Unit support in any acquisition activity, new store openings, relocations, store closures and associated downsizing
• Liaising - Liaise and advise with Peers Representatives to increase awareness and support for new processes and initiatives implemented by the company.
• HR Orientation - Conduct regular HR Onboarding/HR 101 sessions for new Associates and their management team members
• Presentations/Updates – provide weekly HR updates to Operations business unit team and on weekly district calls to Associate Owners. Attend quarterly Operations Business Unit meetings and presenting HR content as requested by Operations and/or HR Director
• Talent Development – Promote and bring awareness to the LEAD program in stores, to continue to build the talent pipeline for key leadership and hard to fill roles.