HR Business Partner - Director

WE’RE HIRING AND OFFERING A $1,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS FOR JOINING OUR TEAM! We are a family-owned company that is looking for you to play a key role in providing services and fresh food solutions for the foodservice and retail industries. Sandridge needs your passion and skill to deliver on our promise to always provide great tasting fresh food with consistent hand-made quality that enhances the reputation of our customers Join our team of food innovators and technicians to produce fresh, delicious food that will make it to tables across the country. Take pride in knowing that your hard work makes a difference in the lives of our customers and consumers. Director, Human Resources Business Partner Reports To: Chief People Officer Department: Human Resources FLSA Status: Exempt About the Role We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Human Resources Business Partner to lead our HR Business Partner function and serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across the organization. In this role, you will partner closely with executive and operational leadership to develop and implement talent and workforce strategies that drive business performance, strengthen organizational capability, and enhance employee engagement. As a member of the HR Leadership Team, you will play a key role in shaping and executing enterprise-wide people strategies while leading a team of HR Business Partners. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise across human resources disciplines, strong business acumen, and a passion for building high-performing teams and workplace cultures. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Partnership Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals and business priorities. Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, talent development, and employee engagement. Lead talent planning and succession management initiatives across supported business units. Drive organizational change initiatives and support leaders through periods of growth, transformation, and change. Utilize workforce analytics, benchmarking data, and key performance indicators to inform decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement. Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations, performance management, and talent-related challenges. Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Business Partners across multiple locations. Foster collaboration across HR Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Learning & Development, and Benefits. Ensure consistent implementation and adoption of enterprise HR programs, processes, and initiatives. Employee Relations & Labor Relations Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant employment practices. Support leaders in performance management, employee development, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes. Partner with union representatives and organizational leaders to maintain positive labor-management relationships. Participate in collective bargaining negotiations and oversee grievance resolution processes. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Collaborate with leaders to develop workforce and staffing plans that support business objectives. Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to identify and attract top talent. Support recruitment efforts for exempt and non-exempt positions, including interview participation and candidate selection. Ensure job descriptions are accurate, compliant, and aligned with business needs. Oversee onboarding and orientation programs to create a positive employee experience. HR Programs & Compliance Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Oversee affirmative action planning, EEO reporting, and employment-related compliance activities. Maintain best practices related to personnel records, employee documentation, and HR data management. Review and respond to employment-related claims, complaints, and regulatory inquiries in partnership with legal counsel and HR leadership. Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies, programs, and employee handbooks. Culture & Employee Experience Champion initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, recognition, wellness, and organizational culture. Lead company-sponsored employee programs and events that support employee connection and engagement. Promote an inclusive, respectful, and high-performing workplace environment. Qualifications Required Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience across multiple HR disciplines. Minimum of 10 years of experience in an HR Business Partner capacity supporting business leaders. Prior people leadership and HR management experience. Experience developing and executing workforce planning and talent strategies. Experience supporting both union and non-union environments, preferably within manufacturing or industrial organizations. Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives. Proven expertise in employee relations, labor relations, organizational development, and change management. Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable recommendations. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, coaching, and relationship-building skills. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. High degree of learning agility, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capability. Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization. Travel This position requires occasional travel to support business operations and HR initiatives across locations. Travel requirements may vary and could include overnight travel as needed. Sandridge Foods is located in Medina, Ohio and is a great place to work because we sincerely care about every employee, both personally and professionally. We strive to balance the demands of work and home for our employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr