Hybrid Human Resources Generalist

at Grainger

• Job title: Human Resources Generalist
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $80,080 - $110,110 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Thornhill, Canada

About the role

• Human Resource Generalist supporting HR practices for Grainger in Canada. Responsible for delivering insights and recommendations for enhancing talent and HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Provides people insights through the consolidation of metrics across various systems and tools to help tell a comprehensive story of the team member life cycle.
• Leverages the data to make recommendations around action steps to take within the business or within HR.
• Identify and implement solutions to close business gaps and create a competitive advantage (examples: assist with implementing workforce plans, initiatives, and solutions that drive positive employee engagement, leadership onboarding, support growth and drive business results).
• Partners with HR Managers to support the business, create people plans and implement Human Resources policies, procedures and programs, which support the overall business.
• Supports the HR Coordinator with the annual review of HR policies & procedures.
• Monitors, researches, recommends and deploys required changes.
• Works with a Continuous Improvement mindset and identifies ways to streamline HR processes and procedures and implements those improvements to increase productivity within the organization.
• Demonstrate Change Leadership within the business and HR team by reinforcing critical behaviors to sustain change through effective communication.
• Assist in the creation and support of programs that foster the desired organization.
• Assist with the organization and coordination of team-related events.
• Partners with Team Member Experience specialists to provide guidance and coaching to leaders on how to best handle employee relations matters.
• Provide support and coaching to the people leaders on HR matters such as performance management, recruitment and selection, development opportunities, and employee relations.
• Maintain a well-rounded understanding of relevant provincial employment legislation to provide appropriate counsel to managers as required.
• Assist leaders in identifying high potential talent and preparing development plans and opportunities for growth.
• Developing and distributing pertinent HR communications, including Workshops and Presentations, as required.
• Build a trusting and respectful relationship with business leaders and team members to gather feedback and identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Human Resources, related field or equivalent experience (min 3-5 years’ experience).
• Working knowledge of Human Resource disciplines, including staffing, employee development, compensation, benefits, employee relations, management practices, health, safety and worker’s compensation.
• Strong knowledge of provincial employment legislation.
• Demonstrated experience in providing proactive solutions to human resource.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose problems, develops alternative solutions, and recommend and implement an effective course of action.
• Exercise good judgment in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to influence and build relationships both within and outside the organization with all levels.
• Proficiency in systems, Excel, Word, PDF and other Microsoft Office software; SAP or other similar HRIS systems.
• Effective verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record in planning, leading and implementing HR initiatives.
• Strong critical thinking skills and demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo.
• Proven Project Management skills and proficient MS OFFICE suite software skills, including strong proficiency in MS Excel.
• Previous experience working in a multi-location environment is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple time sensitive priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to travel to various locations. Average 3-4 trips per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
• Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
• Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future.
• Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program.
• Employee discounts, team member perks and more!