Our client is one of Canada's most recognized and trusted organizations, operating a portfolio of market-leading consumer brands with a coast-to-coast footprint. The organization is undergoing a significant period of strategic growth and transformation, supported by continued investment in its people, capabilities, technology, and customer experience.

As part of this evolution, the organization is seeking a strategic and business-focused Director, Human Resources to support a dynamic portfolio of retail and corporate teams. This leadership opportunity has been elevated in recognition of the growing importance of people leadership across a complex, multi-banner environment.

The Director, Human Resources will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across a large and operationally diverse portfolio. Supporting a workforce of more than 10,000 retail employees and approximately 600 corporate employees, the successful candidate will partner closely with leaders to develop and execute people strategies that drive business performance. Key areas of focus include talent management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee engagement, succession, leadership development, culture, and change management. The Director will also play a critical role in shaping and evolving the HR service model while supporting leaders through ongoing transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a commercially minded Human Resources leader with experience supporting both corporate functions and large, dispersed customer facing employee populations. They bring strong business acumen, credibility with senior leaders, and a demonstrated ability to influence decision-making within complex and fast-paced environments. Equally capable of operating strategically and tactically, this individual has successfully led teams, navigated employee relations challenges, and delivered people solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness and business results. Experience in retail, consumer-facing, hospitality, logistics, distribution, or similarly large-scale operational environments will be considered a strong asset.

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Reason for Posting: New Position

To Apply

To fill this position, our Client has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online.

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our Client is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and our Client throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.