Senior Manager Ops HRBP - Manufacturing

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for a Sr Manager Operations HRBP – Manufacturing in Tobaccoville, NC

• Partner with Sr HRBP to identify and implement productivity and efficiency improvements, including reorganizations, staff augmentation, and outsourcing.
• Lead the execution of global transformation programs and HR initiatives.
• Provide strategic change management support to facilitate smooth transitions.

• Collaborate with the Center of Excellence (CoE) to execute talent strategies.
• Support line managers with external recruitment.
• Identify and address learning and development needs with L&D partners
• Coach line managers on employee performance issues and documentation.
• Co-facilitate talent review meetings and performance panels.

• Manage the engagement survey process and subsequent action plans.
• Align functional strategies with overall organizational goals.
• Champion culture and diversity & inclusion (D&I) initiatives.

• Coach line managers on handling employee relations issues, including grievances, conduct, and disciplinary matters.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee concerns for the population.
• Support performance improvement plans, investigations, corrective actions, and terminations.
• Assist with the leave process as needed.

• Advise line managers on compensation reviews and reward communications.
• Oversee the implementation of monetary and non-monetary reward processes.

• Execute workforce plans and manage HR Business Planning Cycles
• Oversee the Total Employment Cost budget for population and develop presentations for leadership team meetings.

• Track headcount and manage global roles, including international assignments and L2L processes.
• Provide organizational design consultation and governance.
• Support leadership team effectiveness and manage position-related documentation.

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in business, human resources, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of five to 6 years of experience in progressively responsible roles within human resources, including human resources business partner or “generalist” roles.
• Prior experience implementing talent strategies for a research and development function highly preferred; experience in a multi-national global consumer products company would be beneficial.
• Knowledgeable in leading edge business practices, trends, and information; aware of reward and benefits strategies and innovative tactics being applied in the marketplace;
  Solid project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong collaboration and team-oriented approach with an ability to positively influence others across an organization at all levels.
• Ability to support 3 shift operation within manufacturing facility.
• Self-motivated, self-confident individual who is comfortable operating with minimal direction and who thrives in a dynamic environment as a leader influencing change and transformation.
• Able to build credibility among senior management and peers to gain commitment and support for major initiatives while placing company’s interests first.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Comfortable developing and delivering presentations utilizing data and insights.
• Strong conceptual thinker with an ability to analyse and grasp the broader picture;
  Possesses an inquisitive nature.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to adapt to change quickly and multi-task assignments.
• Proven strong project management skills
• Strong analytical skills, ability to critically assimilate and assess data.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills; ability to drive to consensus where appropriate

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives…