When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami.

Join Jack Link's as our SVP, Human Resources to lead all functional areas within North America Human Resources (“HR”) to implement a talent strategy that enables the Company to become a Destination Employer.

In this role, you will serve as a strategic business partner, trusted advisor and coach, and is a member of the North America Senior Leadership Team. You will enable our vision, values, purpose, long-term strategies and builds enterprise capability; provide guidance and leadership to implement change that has broad positive impacts on the achievement of results to the enterprise; and align the organization and drive team member engagement to deliver business results.

This role requires a balance of strategic, operational and consultative skills, and is accountable for delivering continuous improvement in all facets of HR policy, systems, and processes. Those improvements should be aligned with Business strategies, and consistent with the ethical and social values, and legal and regulatory requirements. You should have demonstrated the combination of business acumen and Human Resource strategic and functional knowledge with the ability to implement programs in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. 

Specifically, you will: 

• Participate in the development of the company’s plans and programs as a strategic partner with a primary focus on the impact on people and culture of the company
• Participate in key leadership meetings with the Business Leaders to bring HR expertise to business/operational discussions with linkage to HR strategy and business objectives 
• Instill trust and establish credibility throughout the organization with management, and team members in order to be an effective leader, listener, and problem solver of organizational and business issues. A champion of the Jack Link’s values. 
• Leverage strategic mindset to translate business objectives into key HR strategies; develop plans with robust project management processes and clear accountabilities.
• Build effective teams; Lead and develop the HR team and drive the implementation of an HR service delivery model to include centers of excellence (Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Talent Development, Total Rewards and HR Systems) and HR Business Partners
• Develop progressive and proactive Total Rewards Strategy to provide motivation, incentives, and rewards for effective performance. Provide programs which utilize a team member and company partnership for short and long range health and welfare protection for team members. 
• Ensure accountability and adoption of effective performance management practices.
• Develop and gain alignment to diversity and inclusion strategy for the Company to ensure the recognition and value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization
• Ensure the Company’s compensation plans are competitive and will attract, motivate and retain talent
• Develop Talent Acquisition strategies to identify talent within and outside the company for positions of responsibility
• Develop and manage the Human Resource budget and other financial measures of the HR Department. Develop and manage HR scorecard.
• Develop programs to improve team member well-being, engagement, strengthen employment branding and retention; deliver effective communication initiatives to promote programs 
• Ensure compliance for reporting including but not limited to: cost per hire, affirmative action, 401k compliance testing, succession plans, performance management, training programs, compensation planning, payroll, and required government reporting 
• Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce human resources policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the enterprise. In particular, develop a strategic plan for managing the HR information and data systems and infrastructure for a growing business that will improve the overall effectiveness of HR and the Business. 
• Develop talent through direct/indirect supervision and leadership of 40+ team members and leaders
• Work effectively and collaboratively with Global HR Leaders and the Global Senior Team
• Ensure talent management and related practices are in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or related field of study 

Required Experience:

• 15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience at Senior and Executive level with Global responsibilities
• Experience supporting a business of at least $800 million in a multi-plant environment
• Experience in food or consumer goods manufacturing and distribution
• Past experience in building a strategic human resource department
• Broad knowledge and experience in compensation design and implementation, organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, organizational and leadership development, change management, labor relations, benefits, learning and development
• Experienced in strategic planning, organizational development, and corporate communications
• Experienced working with multiple divisions

Preferred:             

• Master’s degree in related field
• SHRM SCP, SPHR

 Required skills, knowledge and abilities: 

• Proven thorough understanding of knowledge in regulatory requirements, i.e., OSHA, FLSA, EEO, OFCCP, ERISA, IRS, Immigration, WARN, FMLA, ADA, etc. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively and collaboratively with all levels of management and team members.
• Strong organizational development and management skills; experienced working with multiple divisions.
• Systems skills including experience in HRIS systems. 
• Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and team member motivational skills.
• Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.