Human Resources Generalist - Vernon

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Good People, Good Food. Do you love healthy, organic products? Want to work in a fun environment that helps you grow and thrive?

Come to work at Nature's Fare Markets.

The Human Resources Department at Nature’s Fare Markets supports the success of the company, its staff, and customers, through the development and maintenance of strategic and value-added human resource programs, services, and processes.

We drive team member engagement through store events, having fun and connecting with the people who make our company the amazing place it is today!

Do you believe in people first? Are you looking for an opportunity to pair your passion for people with your love of organization and detail?

This could be the right role for you!

JOB DETAILS

We have an opening for an in-person Human Resources Generalist at our Vernon, BC Head Office. Reporting to our Head of Human Resources and working within our team of five, you will assume responsibility for a broad range of HR activities, including but not limited to :

Supporting Team Members

• Supporting Team Members, of all levels, across various retail locations with HR coaching, advising, performance management and disciplinary / termination support.
• Responding to employment-related inquiries from employees and escalating complex HR issues and confidentiality to the right people.
• Assist with employee related events such as staff anniversaries, birthdays, farewells, and overall engagement initiatives.

Performance Management

• Provide recommendations and insight on performance review process, ensuring feedback for Team Members is relevant and meaningful.
• Advising and supporting all performance management processes (i.e. action plans, annual reviews, and progressive discipline) and collecting relevant documentation.

Health & Safety Management

• Coordinating with our third-party claims management provider to support all WCB claims, ensuring stores are following the process correctly.
• Managing LOA requests and our return-to-work program
• Managing the health and safety program for stores and head office, ensuring compliance with WorkSafe and NF policies and procedures
• Developing monthly training topics that are relevant to trends and seasonal changes.
• Connecting regularly with the stores to review all health and safety materials, including OH&S boards, meeting minutes, etc.

Other Duties

• Helping to nurture and grow Nature’s Fare’s company culture
• Supporting various administrative functions, such as policy / procedure development & implementation, employee file maintenance, drafting & delivering memos, creating employment contracts, etc.
• Assisting with recruitment and onboarding process, as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

PERKS

• Competitive wage, ranging from 57,500 to 72,500 based on experience.
• Flexible benefits
• Up to 25% store discount
• Continuing education support
• Free swag (products, food, clothing + more!)

ABOUT YOU

• You are a personable, energetic, team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• You are a proactive self-starter who is looking to learn and grow within the HR field.
• You are open to new ideas or challenges that may come your way.
• You thrive on consistency and process, and you love to problem solve.
• You pride yourself on your communication skills that are rooted in an open, collaborative, and solution-focused mindset.
• You are tech savvy and not afraid to lean into continuous improvement.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related role
• Post Secondary education in Human Resource Management or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• Working toward or possessing a CPHR designation considered a strong asset.
• Strong technology skills : MS Office; Adobe; Power Point; HRIS systems
• Strong analytical skills with experience collecting, organizing, analyzing, and disseminating information with accuracy and efficiency.

ABOUT US

• We appreciate the silent moments to get work done, but you know you can always reach out to your neighbor for a quick chat and brainstorming session.
• We’re all unique in how we find our Zen - we love salt lamps, diffusers, music and practicing mindfulness regularly.
• We are successful because, above all, we truly care about our people.

Put your passion into work that matters with a growing, BC-based company, committed to be a better company for our customers, our employees, and the planet.

We’ll surround you with a great team and a supportive learning environment where you can grow and thrive.

Nature's Fare Markets is an equal opportunity employer and as such we strive to foster a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected.

Apply online today!