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Senior Human Resources Manager

Nestlé Health Science · Bridgewater, NJ · 1 wk ago
Human Resources$150k–$170k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Sr. HR Manager serves as a strategic business partner to leaders and provides end-to-end Human Resources leadership across assigned client groups of Supply Chain and Corporate Operations within the Holistic Health organization. This role leads and executes a broad range of HR services, including organizational design, talent and succession planning, employee relations, performance management, employee development, compensation support, change management, policy interpretation, compliance, and workforce planning. The Sr. HR Manager partners closely with the HR Director and business leaders to develop and implement people strategies that support business priorities, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and drive a high-performing, engaged, and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partners with the HR Director, HRBP team, and business leaders to develop and execute people strategies aligned to business priorities, organizational goals, and HR functional objectives.
  • Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to managers on organizational design, talent planning, workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, employee engagement, and change management.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, performance concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and employment-related risk mitigation.
  • Lead and support core talent processes, including talent review, succession planning, goal setting, performance cycles, development planning, and talent movement across assigned client groups.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders on hiring strategies, job descriptions, selection processes, and onboarding to ensure attraction and retention of diverse talent.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in large, fast-paced, and complex organizations, including experience supporting business leaders in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or equivalent role.
  • Demonstrated experience advising leaders on employee relations, performance management, organizational design, talent planning, and change management.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
  • Experience conducting workplace investigations and managing sensitive employee matters with sound judgment and confidentiality.
  • Strong analytical capability with experience using people data and HR reporting to identify trends and inform recommendations.
  • Excellent verbal, written, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex HR matters clearly and effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and collaborate effectively across levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems, with the ability to leverage technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, communications, and reporting.

Preferred Skills

  • Demonstrates strong business acumen and the ability to align people strategies with organizational priorities.
  • Builds trust and credibility through sound judgment, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented approach.
  • Effectively influences and coaches leaders through complex people matters and organizational change.
  • Shows initiative and accountability, with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to lead projects to completion.
  • Navigates ambiguity and complexity while balancing business needs, employee experience, and risk considerations.
  • Communicates with impact and adapts messaging effectively for employees, leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates high learning agility, self-awareness, and resilience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Actively contributes ideas, energy, and leadership to support team success and organizational transformation.
  • Experience supporting organizational design, talent reviews, workforce planning, and enterprise change initiatives is strongly preferred.
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to support HR processes, enhance employee communications, streamline reporting and documentation, and improve efficiency in talent, employee relations, and organizational planning activities.

Pay Range

The approximate pay range for this position is $150,000 to $170,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Benefits

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

Vacancy Information

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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