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P&O Business Partner

Job in Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 0A1, Canada
Listing for: mars
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-04
Job specializations:
  • HR/Recruitment
    HR Generalist / Talent Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 87791 CAD Yearly CAD 87791.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary on-site P&O partner and first point of contact for associates and people leaders across the site, providing day-to-day guidance and support on people-related matters.
  • Lead site-specific people initiatives and projects that enhance organizational effectiveness, associate engagement, and business performance.
  • Deploy, sustain, and continuously improve core P&O programs, processes, and service delivery models to ensure a consistent and positive associate experience.
  • Partner closely with the P&O Director, MyP&O, Centers of Excellence (COEs), and Supply Chain P&O teams to deliver seamless support and resolve employee and manager needs.
  • Train, coach, and guide associates and managers on the effective use of P&O systems, self-service tools, and support channels to increase efficiency and capability.
  • Support key people processes including organizational changes, talent initiatives, workforce planning, employee lifecycle activities, and performance management.
  • Maintain high standards of data integrity and accuracy within Workday and other P&O systems, leveraging analytics and reporting to support informed business decisions.
  • Analyze workforce data and trends to identify opportunities, address challenges, and support business objectives.
  • Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization, providing consultative support and influencing positive business outcomes.
  • Champion the Mars Five Principles and Associate Concept, fostering a culture of inclusion, ethics, compliance, and great line management.
What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications
  • 4+ years of progressive Human Resources (P&O) experience in a business partnering, generalist, or operational HR environment.
  • Experience working with HRIS platforms, with Workday experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide insights that support business decision-making.
  • Strong consulting mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of service and responsiveness.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, or operations-based organizations preferred.
Why Join Mars?
  • Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 87,791.00 - CAD .

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