Sysco (whose UK operating companies include Brakes, Fresh Direct, KFF and Medina) is recruiting a people-focused and engaging HR Partner to join our HR team. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will work closely with site leadership teams to deliver a proactive HR service that supports business performance, colleague engagement and organisational growth. As a trusted advisor, you will provide coaching, guidance and challenge to managers across all aspects of people management, helping to create a positive and high-performing culture.
We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, which can be discussed further during the interview process. Due to the collaborative nature of the role and the need to build strong relationships with stakeholders, regular presence at our Grantham, Lincolnshire office is required, therefore candidates should be within a commutable distance. As part of a 24/7 operation, site presence is an important part of the role, but it also brings flexibility. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your own diary, plan your time around the needs of the business and your stakeholders, and build a working pattern that enables you to be where you’re needed most.
This is a varied business partnering role where you will support the delivery of people initiatives across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, talent development, engagement, performance management and organisational change. Working closely with HR Centres of Excellence, you will help embed people plans that build capability, strengthen talent pipelines and improve the overall colleague experience. You will also use people data and insights to identify trends, inform decision-making and support improvements in areas such as retention, attendance and engagement.
We're looking for a strong HR generalist with excellent partnering and stakeholder management skills, who is confident building relationships and influencing managers in a fast-paced operational environment. You'll have a good knowledge of employment law and employee relations, with experience managing complex people matters and providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice. Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to balance business needs with positive people outcomes. Experience working within a unionised environment would be desirable.
Ideally, you will hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification or be working towards it; however, significant relevant HR experience will also be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional looking to further develop their business partnering skills and make a real impact across engagement, retention, performance, development and organisational change.
At Sysco everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco and we recognise that Sysco can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 74,000 colleagues, the company operates 334 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 725,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2023 that ended July 1, 2023, the company generated sales of more than $76 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Sustainability Report and 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.
