Senior Manager, People & Culture- Olds, AB- Westview Co-op at Co-op

Olds, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Talent Management, Recruitment, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Leadership Coaching, Labour Relations, Employee Relations, Compensation And Benefits Administration, Employee Engagement, Health And Safety Management, Organizational Development

Industry

Retail

Description

Position: Senior Manager, People & Culture Location: Westview Co-op, Olds, AB Reports to: General Manager Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found About Us Westview Co-op is a thriving, member-owned retail cooperative with over $150 million in annual sales and 320 employees. Serving our community with [e.g., grocery, home center, liquor, petroleum and agricultural] products, we are dedicated to sustainability, local community growth, and providing exceptional value to our members. Our culture is collaborative, community-focused, and committed to high performance. The Role As the Senior Manager of People and Culture, you are a senior leadership team member responsible for advancing the co-op's strategic vision by nurturing an engaged, inclusive, and safe work community. You will lead the People & Culture team to deliver full-cycle HR services, ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop top talent while maintaining a positive "people-first" culture that aligns with co-operative. This is an on-site/in-person role. Key Responsibilities * Strategic Leadership: Work with the CEO and Board to shape the organizational culture and align human resources practices with the $150M business strategy. * Talent Management & Acquisition: Lead all recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning strategies to fill key roles, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. * Performance & Development: Oversee performance management programs, leadership coaching, and employee career development frameworks. * Labour & Employee Relations: Act as the lead contact for labour relations and ensure a harmonious working environment. * Compensation & Benefits: Oversee total compensation and benefits administration to ensure competitiveness within the retail industry, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements. * Employee Engagement & Safety: Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement, champion Health and Safety program, and foster a healthy and accountable workplace. Qualifications & Experience * Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree is an asset. * Experience: A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in a large retail, co-operative, or unionized environment. * Certification: CPHR/CHRP designation required (or equivalent). * Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build trust across all levels of the organization, and mentor an HR team. * Skills: Proven experience in labor relations, organizational development, and employee relations. * Values: A genuine passion for the co-operative business model and community-based business. Why Join Us? * Competitive executive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. * Retirement savings plan (e.g., pension plan). * The chance to work with a stable, community-focused organization. * Professional development and leadership training opportunities. How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter online or to cindi.cowitz@westviewcoop.ca [cindi.cowitz@westviewcoop.ca] . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

Lead the People & Culture team to deliver full-cycle HR services and align human resources practices with the business strategy. Focus on attracting, retaining, and developing top talent while fostering an inclusive and safe work community.