Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

The HR Business Partner role at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is designed for someone who sees HR as a business function, not just a support function. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will provide tactical and strategic guidance on people-related initiatives in support of Dreyer’s Corporate Headquarters and factories.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team across HR Project Management, Payroll, Benefits to deliver on HR initiatives such as: HR Operations programs, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational effectiveness to reduce complexity in the organization.
• Train and adoption of payroll, benefits, LOA, and associated processes related to our HRIS (UKG).
• Proactively consult with department managers to assess business performance, identify gaps, and initiate partnerships to develop HR solutions that are simple and effective to promote organizational and employee effectiveness.
• Mediate and resolve employee relations issues. Additionally, conduct thorough and objective investigations, provide recommended follow up actions, and execute on any needed actions, as necessary.
• Research and develop policies, guidelines, and programs to proactively support company compliance needs while also balancing the needs of the business.
• Transform short- and long-term goals into HR processes, projects, and assignments – integrate and initiate the work with key department managers and functional partners to ensure appropriate solutions are delivered in support of HQ strategies.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance including but not limited to federal, state and local wage and hour related laws.

Requirements

• You enjoy getting into the details and doing the work, not just recommending solutions.
• You take ownership of challenges from identification through implementation.
• You are highly resourceful and able to navigate obstacles without needing extensive direction.
• You build credibility through action, follow-through, and delivering results.
• You can influence others and drive outcomes even when you do not have formal authority.
• You are comfortable challenging assumptions, proposing better solutions, and constructively pushing for change.
• You have a strong bias for action and a track record of independently driving projects to completion.
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve and business needs come first.
• You are motivated by learning, growth, and increasing responsibility.
• You exercise tact and diplomacy to resolve sensitive issues.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of general HR experience.
• Experience designing and executing Human Resources programs effectively.
• Experience with HR Systems, Payroll & Benefits.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.

Skills

• Top-notch business acumen with the ability to deal with ambiguous and fluid situations.
• Strong judgement and analytical skills necessary to investigate complaints, advise on performance management, identify problems, and recommend solutions.

Benefits

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $125,000 to $140,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.