Senior Manager, People & Culture- Olds, AB- Westview Co-op

Co-op•Olds, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Westview Co-op is a thriving, member-owned retail cooperative with over $150 million in annual sales and 320 employees. Serving our community with [e.g., grocery, home center, liquor, petroleum and agricultural] products, we are dedicated to sustainability, local community growth, and providing exceptional value to our members. Our culture is collaborative, community-focused, and committed to high performance. As the Senior Manager of People and Culture, you are a senior leadership team member responsible for advancing the co-op's strategic vision by nurturing an engaged, inclusive, and safe work community. You will lead the People & Culture team to deliver full-cycle HR services, ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop top talent while maintaining a positive "people-first" culture that aligns with co-operative. This is an on-site/in-person role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.
A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in a large retail, co-operative, or unionized environment.
CPHR/CHRP designation required (or equivalent).
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build trust across all levels of the organization, and mentor an HR team.
Proven experience in labor relations, organizational development, and employee relations.
A genuine passion for the co-operative business model and community-based business.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is an asset.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Work with the CEO and Board to shape the organizational culture and align human resources practices with the $150M business strategy.
Talent Management & Acquisition: Lead all recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning strategies to fill key roles, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Performance & Development: Oversee performance management programs, leadership coaching, and employee career development frameworks.
Labour & Employee Relations: Act as the lead contact for labour relations and ensure a harmonious working environment.
Compensation & Benefits: Oversee total compensation and benefits administration to ensure competitiveness within the retail industry, ensuring compliance with all legislative requirements.
Employee Engagement & Safety: Lead initiatives to boost employee engagement, champion Health and Safety program, and foster a healthy and accountable workplace.