Senior Manager - HR JBBDCo

What makes this a great opportunity?

Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World. Rooted in two centuries of family heritage, Beam Suntory has evolved into one of the world's leading premium spirits companies where each employee is trusted with a legacy. With our greatest assets - our brands and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
•    Opportunity to work for a great company with an opportunity to advance your career
•    Work with the Leadership Team to improve the overall success of the plant.
•    Be a part of a transformation of the bourbon industry and help drive and sustain efficiency.
•    Ability to empower people to provide a quality product to our consumers.
•    As a world leader in premium spirits, Beam Suntory is inspiring human connections. Inspired by our parent company Suntory's 'Yatte Minahare!' spirit of dreaming big, our objective is to be the world's most admired and fastest growing premium spirits company. With our 'Growing for Good' vision, we're driving growth through quality craftsmanship, consumer connections and the entrepreneurial spirit that built Beam over more than two

Role Responsibilities

•    Lead labor strategy and collective bargaining negotiations.
•    Partner with the leadership team to build future leaders through robust succession and development planning.
•    Subject matter expert on policy interpretation and execution.
•    Lead organizational development and change management.
•    Drive HR initiatives and programs, including performance, merit, and engagement programs.
•    Collaborate on building the diversity and inclusion agenda and support education, participation, and involvement.
•    Facilitate the Lean Manufacturing journey by leading the TRACC Teamwork Pillar.
•    Support leaders in continuously building engagement and company culture among employee groups.
•    Coach managers and employees on HR policies and processes, recommending solutions aligned with HR strategic direction.
•    Ensure a robust communications plan is in place and uses effective communication channels.
•    Build strong relationships with internal managers and other team members, with a focus on service.
•    Accurately and positively represent the organization’s culture and values.
•    Partner with other HR functions, such as People Solutions, to identify, develop, and deliver projects aligned with business objectives.
•    Work with plant staff to improve organizational effectiveness, including active participation in Continuous Improvement efforts.
•    Conduct investigations and provide solutions to plant issues.
•    Identify capability and competency needs and training requirements for plant and salaried employees.
•    Build strong onboarding program for site to acclimate new leaders.
•    Manage data input for job changes, promotions, benefits, related updates, and organizational chart changes.
•    Manage special projects and additional responsibilities, as needed

Qualifications

•    Minimum of 7 years of human resources experience.
•    Contract negotiation experience in a lead role.
•    At least 5 years of experience in a union environment.
•    Demonstrated leadership skills, including previous management or supervisory experience.
•    Experience with multi-site operation/teams.
•    Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing tools, principles, and successful implementation as they relate to HR.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office and AI platforms.  
•    Strong analytical ability to interpret data and provide recommendations.
•    Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
•    Bachelor’s degree in Business or Human Resources preferred.