Corporate HR Business Partner

About the role

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

The Value You'll Bring

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

The Human Resources team is searching for ambitious HR professionals to discover, hire, and retain great talent. These leaders are the conduit for positive employee relations, performance management, and focal point for benefits/compensation.

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) manages, directs, and coordinates our Human Resources policies and programs including labor relations, wage & salary administration, orientation & training, safety & health, benefits & employee services, compliance, and more! The HRBP also partners on development & retention of employees, and has knowledge of EEO laws and general human resources concepts.

And lastly, but most importantly, the HRBP is a key stakeholder embedded in the leadership team to identify key opportunities, troubleshoot barriers to success, and resolve business issues to drive goals across the organization.

This role has the opportunity to interact with business partners at virtually all levels of the organization and sets the example for professionalism and relationship building.

What You'll Do

• The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
• They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Partners with the business to identify current and future skills needed to effectively run the business and leads succession planning to drive the talent plan for the business. Drives regular communication and collaboration with employees and leadership.
• Implements and oversees on-going Human Resources programs, policies, and procedures to foster development in your location's overall management, supervisory engagement, and employee relations.
• Performs data analysis and prepares statistical reports, narrative reports and communications for use in identifying business opportunities and formulating goals and objectives based upon results and trends identified. Has the ability to utilize data to construct a sound business case and can influence through others to champion the change.
• An employee advocate working to improve the relationship between employees and management, a champion of the Smithfield culture and ensures alignment to the Smithfield Way.
• Supervises Human Resource staff directly or through supervisors. Plans, assigns and reviews assignments; coaches and mentors staff; evaluates job performance, and approves or recommends actions.
• Drives successful administrative and management employee retention. Uses knowledge, experience, and continuous assessment of facility dynamics to determine the training and educational needs and deploys proactive solutions.
• Owns the compliant execution of the location's Affirmation Action plan to achieve AAP goals during entire employment process for all employees at the facility (recruitment, promotions, transition processes).
• The HRBP is the primary decisionmaker for situations involving policy or contract interpretation. Develops and implements innovative solutions to employee and/or labor relations issues to mitigate any legal or compliance-related risks. Maintains a positive labor/employee relations environment by counseling managers and employees on human resource policies and rules, identifying and resolving problems or recommending courses of action and having a presence in our manufacturing work environments.

What We're Seeking

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration or related Field and 5+ years' relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Knowledge of Human Resource systems; Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Payroll Database software.
• Workday experience is a plus
• Possesses specialized knowledge of HR systems, processes and procedures, including administration of benefits, compensation and other programs.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customer or employees of organization.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong reasoning and math skills.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Occasional travel up to 5% may be required.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Capable of sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Able to travel as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay and benefits

The expected pay range for this position is $95,000 - $130,000 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire.

Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate's qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package.

Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available Yes