HR Business Partner II

Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola.

About the role

As an HR Business Partner II, you’ll have the opportunity to influence how our teams work, grow, and thrive. This role offers a unique blend of strategic impact and hands-on partnership, giving you the chance to shape culture, support leaders, and drive meaningful change. You’ll be part of a collaborative HR team that values authenticity, innovation, and continuous improvement, supporting corporate-facing teams like Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality and Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders as a trusted advisor on coaching, career development, and employee relations.
• Drive performance management, goal setting, and employee engagement initiatives aligned with business strategy.
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and succession strategies to enable growth and agility.
• Use HR metrics and data to identify trends, improve processes, and support retention and productivity.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement through change initiatives.
• Lead HR-related projects and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Provide day-to-day employee support on benefits, pay, policies, and general employee relations.
• Manage key HR processes, including processing employee changes, opening requisitions, and administrative tasks.

This role requires balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day HR needs in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You’ll navigate complex organizational structures, support leaders through change, and help build a high-performing, people-centered culture.

Work Environment

You’ll work out of our Lakeville, MN corporate campus with hybrid flexibility (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office). The HR team operates in a matrixed structure, partnering closely with Talent Management, Learning, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations. Tools like UKG, Tableau, and other HCM platforms support data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Professional HR certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR (preferred).
• At least 5 years of HR experience, ideally in HR Generalist or HR Business Partner roles with a focus on employee relations.
• Experience in fast-paced corporate environments and navigating complex organizational structures; background in mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building effective partnerships.
• Proficient in HRIS and HCM systems, including applicant tracking and talent management.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and handling sensitive, confidential information.

Growth Opportunities

Success in this role opens doors to broader HR leadership roles and cross-functional opportunities. You’ll gain exposure to enterprise-wide initiatives, build relationships with senior leaders, and contribute to shaping the future of HR at Post.

Pay

$80,166 – $118,645 per year.