Challenger Motor Freight Inc.
Human Resources Business Partner - ASL Distribution
Human Resources - Oakville, ON, Canada - Full Time
ASL Distribution Services is a dynamic and passionate third-party logistics provider. ASL offers their clients a diverse range of customized services, such as warehousing and distribution. This allows them to partner with clients on a unique level to help achieve their logistics goals.
We offer the following in our search for engaged employees looking to become part of a successful team:
We offer the following in our search for engaged employees looking to become part of a successful team:
- A continuous learning environment that develops your individual career goals
- A continuous improvement environment where all ideas are explored
- Engaged coaches and mentors who will provide guidance but also allow autonomy
- Team atmosphere
- Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including company paid group benefits and company sponsored retirement savings plan
- Support of professional memberships and certifications
- Standard office hours; Monday to Friday from approximately 8:30am to 5:00pm
- Ad-hoc travel to other offices may be required.
The Opportunity:
The Human Resources Business Partner works closely with our managers and employees as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to determine and address business needs. The Human Resources Business Partner plays a key role in supporting multiple areas of the HR function including employee relations, recruitment and selection and training and development.
The Human Resources Business Partner takes on other HR related assignments and special projects as required to support the team and grow and develop as an HR professional.
Key Accountabilities:
The Human Resources Business Partner takes on other HR related assignments and special projects as required to support the team and grow and develop as an HR professional.
Key Accountabilities:
Business Advisor
- Provides sound technical knowledge of human resources disciplines including employee relations, employment legislation, group benefits, disability management and performance management.
- Consults with managers to ensure human resources best practices are aligned with Company’s goals and visions; provides guidance to managers on human resources functions, issues, and projects.
- Executes all aspects of the internal and external recruitment process for all business groups, locations and divisions.
- Develops candidate-sourcing strategies, prepares job postings, advertises open roles, screens resumes, conducts behavioural-based interviews, completes reference and background checks and makes hiring recommendations.
- Prepares employment contracts and secures required approvals; prepares offer letter packages.
- Maintains an active and organized data bank of candidates for various positions (via JazzHR, our Applicant Tracking System).
- Effectively develops and communicates the organization’s brand through all recruitment documentation to ensure the attraction of a high performing workforce.
- Facilitate Orientation & Onboarding presentations for new employees as required.
- Assists with creating, managing and facilitating employee training.
- Update employee training records when courses are complete
- Ensure course evaluations are completed and information updated in spreadsheets
- Maintain and make administrative changes to position descriptions as needed.
- Participate in various transportation-related committees and organizations, staying updated on industry trends.
- Explore and leverage government wage subsidy programs to support ASL employees and enhance workforce development.
- Provides direction to management on the progressive disciplinary process, including the preparation of documentation; conducts workplace investigations and proposes recommend settlements (e.g. appropriate disciplinary measures up to and including terminations).
- Coaches and consults with managers throughout the performance management process.
- Partners with business groups to facilitate SMART goals and performance review processes.
- Partners with Human Resources Manager to analyze and calibrate mid-year and year-end performance review forms to ensure employees are appropriately rated throughout the organization.
- Administers progressive disciplinary action for selected business groups by participating in disciplinary and termination meetings in accordance with established procedures.
- Conducts Exit Interviews with departing office and maintenance employees; tracks results to analyze trends and provide recommendations to improve non-driver turnover.
- Gathers and analyzes employee data to complete reporting as required for ongoing company compliance, including Employer One Survey and Statistics Canada Survey.
- Manages business group’s annual Employment Equity submission.
- Analyzes non-driver and driver data, which includes annualizing salaries, identifying NOC and NAICS codes and identifying employees in each designated group.
- Submits detailed employee, promotion and termination reports and completes variance analysis.
- Completes the narrative report to comment on any variances from prior submissions and outlines the future strategy to remove barriers for the four designated groups.
- Manages business group’s annual Pay Equity submission.
- Collaborate with the ASL Payroll department to ensure accurate benefits and RRSP deductions.
- Generate ASL ROEs and assist with payroll processing.
- Partners with Benefits & Disability Management Specialist regarding benefit plan, disability or other leaves of absences.
- Prepare appropriate letters and documents as requested by employees and/or managers.
- Update employment manual and policies as required.
- Provides support to the team on human resources functions, issues and projects.
- Performs other duties as required.
What You Need To Be Successful In This Role:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in HR, Business Administration or a related field.
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years human resources generalist experience in various areas of HR including employee relations, recruitment and selection, HR administration and benefits administration.
- Intermediate user of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Strong presentation skills with experience in facilitation.
- Experience in the transportation industry considered to be an asset.
- Ability to build systems and processes that create efficient and effective HR practices.
- Detail and deadline oriented, with the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment.
- Ability to act with maturity and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong verbal communication skills, relationship building and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive attitude; takes initiative to prevent issues and has a bias towards action.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and independently with individuals at various levels is required.
- A continuous improvement focus on work.
- Well-organized, enthusiastic, professional and a positive team member.
How To Apply:
If you are looking to join a passionate third-party logistics provider, and become an integral part of results oriented team, the role of Human Resources Business Partner may be right for you.
No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. ASL is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and aboriginal peoples. By submitting your resume, you consent ASL to share this information within its divisions in order to identify other employment opportunities that you may be suitable for.
