Job Description

Job Title: Director, Human Resources – Corporate and Commercial

Location: Greater Toronto Area

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of 2025 GTA's Top Employers! As well as Forbes Canada, Top Canadian Employers for 2025! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

About the opportunity:

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Director, Human Resources – Corporate & Commercial is responsible for leading the execution of all human resources initiatives for corporate functions at Lactalis Canada nationally. Provides proactive, contemporary business partnership to senior leadership teams and coaching and development of business partners with the goal to enhance overall leadership capabilities and accountability for people processes throughout the business. Manages corporate office environments across Canada to create a positive work environment that motivates and engages our people.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Lead all human resources initiatives including but not limited to recruitment, performance management, learning and development, succession planning, and organizational development for corporate functions nationally (i.e. Sales, Marketing, IT, QA, Purchasing, Supply Chain excluding DCs, etc.). Provide leadership and guidance on people programs and policies across client groups to ensure consistent and fair implementation.
• Build and strengthen business relationships proactively with senior leadership teams by fostering an open, collaborative approach that seeks to elevate people management. Enhance overall leadership capabilities and accountability for people processes throughout the business through leadership coaching and development of business partners
• Lead strategic organizational design and workforce planning initiatives that create value for the business. Collaborate with leadership teams on diagnosis, creation, development and/or implementation of organizational design strategies and structural changes aligned to meet the short- and long-term needs of the business.
• Collaborate with the HR Leadership team to develop, recommend, and implement effective & modern people practices, people strategies, initiatives, programs, and policies that enable business strategy execution
• Lead the headcount and labour cost budgeting process for the Sales, General, and Administration functions of the Lactalis Canada. Partner with Executive and Leadership teams on business case development, approval processes, and building of the overall people budget in collaboration with Compensation and Finance.
• Foster a modern and positive corporate office environment for Lactalis Canada nationally with the purpose to create a positive work environment and increase employee motivation and engagement. Provide a consistent approach in our employee experience within Lactalis Canada offices, including management of Office Services, and the Health & Safety programs and committees for the offices.
• Lead and manage a team of human resources professionals [HRBP’s]
• Collaborate & deliver with CHRO & HRLT on strategic projects for total enterprise. Manage or participate in special projects and/or global projects as needs arise.

What you will bring:

Education & Experience

• University degree preferably in Business, Human Resources or Employee Relations
• Minimum fifteen (15) years’ progressive Human Resources experience in a multi-site environment, preferably within an international CPG company; international experience preferred
• Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation preferred
• Highly experienced & skilled in business partnering, employee/labour relations, performance management, selection, organizational development, capability development and learning
• Advanced degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Very strong business acumen; equally comfortable discussing P&L’s and Leadership Competency Models
• A compelling storyteller: one who is able to connect the dots
• A highly trusted and credible business partner who matches commitments with executional excellence
• An inspiring people leader and Coach who is adept and bringing people along the journey
• Ability to work in fast-paced, unstructured environments, with good process orientation and attention to detail without losing sight of the 'big picture' perspective.
• Self-starter with strong sense of ownership and ability to work autonomously. Ability to function independently in a hands-on multi-task environment, as well as part of a team.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to ideate, develop, and implement strategic people initiatives
• Strong leadership capabilities to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders with the ability to influence, effectively building buy-in, and driving change.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make well-reasoned and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available considerations and factors.
• Strong project management skills to effectively manage multiple projects/process improvement initiatives concurrently and achieve deliverables tied to business strategies.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills include ability to facilitate and presentation ideas.

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• Company Vehicle or Car Allowance
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 5 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

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