Talent & Performance Program Manager - Contract

The Opportunity :

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Talent & Organizational Effectiveness, the Talent & Performance Program Manager (Contract) is responsible for the end-to-end delivery and quality execution of performance management, talent planning (including succession planning), and engagement survey processes. This role ensures programs are implemented to a high standard, insights are translated into practical actions, and leaders are supported with clear tools, guidance, and materials.

This role operates as a hands-on leader and subject matter expert, partnering closely with HR Business Partners and enabling consistency, rigor, and clarity across the organization.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 09. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy :   Existing Headcount

Compensation :    $94,000 - $141,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

Key Responsibilities

Own Core Program Delivery

• Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of performance management and engagement survey cycles.
• Ensure processes (and corresponding technologies) are executed with excellence, consistency, and strong user experience.

Translate Strategy into Execution

Leader & HR Enablement

Data & Insights

Talent & Engagement Processes

What You’ll Bring :

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods :

About Us :

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders : our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at  accommodations@mapleleaf.com .

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.  In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.

Disclaimer :   Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.