Human Resources Business Partner

ABOUT THE GROUP

From a small store in Turin to a large, internationally recognized group: we are present in 90 countries around the world, with over 4,000 employees and 30 companies, managed directly and indirectly by the Luigi Lavazza Spa parent company, which distribute and market our products and coffee machines. In addition to Lavazza, the following brands are also part of our Group: Carte Noire, Merrild, Kicking Horse, Eraclea and Whittington tea.

Joining Lavazza means doing business with passion, knowing that the impact of our work goes beyond the quality of the production chain. We are a big family and are constantly looking for new talents who share our values and can enrich our team. We combine competitiveness with social and environmental responsibility as we create superior quality products available for consumption both at home and out of home, and distributed through all channels: Retail, Foodservice, Office Coffee Service (OCS), and Vending. Our strong, diversified presence enables us to offer consumers and clients perfectly suited solutions, for any occasion and time of day.

JOB OVERVIEW

At Lavazza North America, the HR Business Partner role provides consultation and support to their assigned client groups, driving the people strategy, organizational development, and HR initiatives. The HRBP is strategic role that will develop trusted partnership and coaching relationships with leaders and team that increases their overall department contributions to the business. The HRBP is an individual contributor who reports to the HR Manager and has several assigned client groups across the organization {Sales, Marketing, Commercial Strategy, Sales Operations, and Legal}.  This role requires excellent partnership with its COE partners including Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition with both local and HQ (Turin, Italy) teams.

Location: West Chester, PA (Hybrid Role)

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with associates and people managers (generally Manager and Director level) to formulate and execute function and business priorities related to talent, culture, and organization needs.
• Executes human resource programs including, but not limited to, disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity; and training and development.
• Partners with recruiting and hiring managers to interview and hire new associates.
• Participates in succession and talent planning in partnership with client groups.
• Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organizations human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices for assigned client groups.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources; and communicates changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Executes assigned people-related projects and initiatives.
• Performs other duties as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant human resource experience required, including demonstrated success directly supporting and partnering with functional client groups.
• Experience partnering and influencing leaders in the CPG Sales industry.
• Basic knowledge of key compensation, talent, and employee relations programs and practices
• Experience partnering with Corporate and Operating / Supply Chain functions preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with client groups, through strong communication and collaboration.
• Experience executing people-related projects that contributed to company culture and other key business priorities preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Experience with Success Factors preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS CONT.

• Ability to work in a fast paced, continuous evolving environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a Hybrid schedule, 3 days in office, 2 days WFH weekly.
• Ability to travel as needed up to 10% of time , typically to NYC office.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

BENEFITS/PERKS

• Competitive Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits
• 401K Package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Cafeteria and Gym (West Chester location)
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Ability to be barista certified
• Monthly Lunches provided by Lavazza
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Performance Development Plans
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible business casual dress code - jean friendly!
• Free coffee, anytime!