Human Resources Business Associate - Hannibal, MO

COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​ 
 OVERVIEW Human Resources at General Mills is well-established as a strategic business partner. We enable our company to win and our employees to maximize their full potential by building competitively superior talent, agile organizations, world class capabilities and a distinctive and undeniable culture worldwide. We are seeking a talented Human Resources Business Associate to join our manufacturing plant in Hannibal, Missouri. The Human Resources Business Associate at General Mills is responsible for leading the execution of key HR initiatives. Candidates should have considerable knowledge of Human Resource principles and practices, including but not limited to, Talent Management, Compensation, Data Insights and Project Management. General Mills Hannibal Plant makes food people love that directly supports the General Mills Supply Chain Snacks and Meals businesses. Hannibal produces consumer brands such as Nature Valley, Old El Paso, and Betty Crocker. The Hannibal Plant is also proud to be the single source producer for our Progresso Soup Brand. The Hannibal Plant operates production out of multiple buildings and supports a separate warehouse & distribution site near the plant. Hannibal is located just 90 minutes north of St. Louis, Missouri. WHAT WILL I DO? Drive Business Results - through a focus on growing the business, paired with expertise in areas such as organizational design, talent management, and employee relations Be a Thought Leader - by understanding industry best practices, embracing and leading changes, challenging the status quo, and providing innovative solutions Grow our Championship Culture - through talent development, process improvement, and high employee engagement by connecting with employees Act as a Trusted Advisor – by coaching leaders at all levels of the organization with confidence and credibility Kick Off a Real Career, Right Now - from "Day One," you are responsible for impactful and meaningful work KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES HR Business Partner for functional client groups Project lead for change management initiatives Partner with HR Manager and plant leadership in strategy development and execution Lead initiatives around annual process management (e.g. performance management cycle), workforce planning, employee engagement, championing belonging MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in ANY major; Bachelor’s in Human Resources Management or Business preferred At least 3 years of relevant experience Strong oral and written communication skills Strong organizational and prioritization skills with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy Strong customer service focus Strong technical skills with proficiency in Microsoft based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), Visio, and SharePoint; with a willingness to learn and master other software programs as needed Ability to drive results in a highly ambiguous and constantly changing environment Strong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills – ability to prepare and analyze HR reports, translate data into recommendations and take appropriate action to achieve desired business results Ability to lead and manage projects independently PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s in human resources or MBA preferred Previous experience in manufacturing environment preferred ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered Applicants