Vice President Human Resources Government Services Job In Winnipeg

The OrganizationThe Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation (FFMC) is a self-sustaining federal Crown Corporation and is the leading buyer, processor, and marketer of commercially wild-caught freshwater fish from Manitoba Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories. FFMC operates a complex supply chain of delivery points, processing facilities and sales distribution systems. FFMC’s brand represents a global benchmark of top quality wild-caught Canadian freshwater fish, and the Corporation has earned a solid reputation across the globe based on product reliability, quality assurance and food safety.FFMC is a recognized industry leader with an internationally established and highly endorsed brand of excellence.

The OpportunityReporting to the President and CEO, the Vice President of Human Resources & Government Services is responsible for a variety of complex human resource functions at its Winnipeg-based processing facility and corporate owned agencies. This professional leader plays a vital role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, driving comprehensive human resource strategies and ensuring compliance reporting to the Government of Canada. The ideal candidate will provide initiative-taking leadership and guidance to a diverse workforce, optimizing HR programs and processes to fulfill corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities• Function as the HR lead in setting, managing, administering, and evaluating HR policies, procedures, and best

practices.• Take initiative and focus efforts on developing and administering compensation strategies and employee

• Ensure FFMC’s organizational structure and HR policies meet legislated requirements and strategic goals.• Collaborate with union representatives to advance positive labour relations and effective policies, including

administering and negotiating collective agreements.• Possess a strong commitment to developing a workforce that reflects a diversity of identities, experiences, and

perspectives to learn, grow and contribute to FFMC’s success.• Create strategic recruitment and selection plans for effective hiring, on-boarding, and retention of employees.• Build and maintain relationships based on trust, accountability, open communication, and decisive action.• Ensure efficient administration and compliance reporting of government-required programs.

Selection Criteria• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Human Resources.• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation or equivalency.• 5+ years of experience in processing/manufacturing industry.• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a complex, dynamic working environment.• Strong history of effective labour relations in a unionized environment.• Experience in recruitment and staffing large numbers of employees.• Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, facilitation, and employee mediation.• Knowledge of HR technology, organizational design, and HR planning.• Patient and resilient initiative-taker with a sense of urgency and skill in change management.• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and verbal communication.• Diligence in high-pressure situations; ability to lead in an ever-changing demanding environment.• Proficiency in computer skills including HR software (Payroll, Time & Attendance) and Microsoft Office

applications.

To apply, please send an updated resume and cover letter quoting project #23128 to Jen Sklar at jen@harrisleadership.com.

Vice PresidentHuman Resources &Government Services