Culture, Engagement & Inclusion Manager

Lactalis Heritage Dairy is currently seeking candidates to join our team in Chicago!

Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do.

If you’re looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment that champions entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from you!

Lactalis Heritage Dairy: inviting you to share with us your STORY, your PASSION, and your EXPERTISE.

TITLE: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion Manager

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources (Organizational Development)

REPORTS TO: Director, Organizational Development

From your PASSION to ours

The Culture, Engagement & Inclusion Manager is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of programs related to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Employee Engagement for all Lactalis USA businesses. This role is tasked with providing strategic guidance to leaders, HR business partners, and Executive Teams on how to further drive our company culture that promotes diversity, fosters inclusion, builds trust and fuels engagement. This position reports to the Director, Organizational Development and works closely alongside various US business unit HR and leadership teams.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

• Develop and implement the strategic roadmap and engagement plan of Lactalis USA’s Diversity, Equity Inclusion programs
• Research and advise leadership on industry best practices, priorities, strategies and goals related to DE&I
• Lead and provide guidance on the development of DE&I focused policies and guidelines
• Educate and guide employees, managers, leaders, and executives on various DE&I topics through the development and implementation of training programs
• Conduct the bi-annual DE&I Survey while utilizing various strategies to maximize employee engagement throughout the process. Utilize survey findings to report and develop key action items and future roadmaps
• Oversee the preparation and development of monthly DE&I Communications
• Actively participate, monitor, and support the progress of the USA DE&I Council and Employee Resource Groups

Culture and Employee Engagement

• Lead the development, launch, and action planning of the bi-annual Lactalis Group Employee Engagement (Culture Check) survey
• Develop and implement an employee engagement strategy that addresses improving employee retention metrics
• Collaborate closely with HR, leadership, and executive teams to establish and maintain a positive workplace culture
• Partner with the communications team to create and deliver engaging communications that inform and inspire employees on related topics
• Oversee key employee engagement programs such as internal challenges, employer branding programs, employee recognition programs, and year-end gifts

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education and Experience

• College or University Degree with a concentration in Business or Human Resources Management (preferred)
• Certificate in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion from institutions such as AIHR, HRCI, or SHRM (preferred)
• 5-7 years of experience in human resources, organizational development, strategic planning, change management, or Diversity, Equity & Inclusion related work
• Past experience in manufacturing organizations is an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High proficiency with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office Products (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and the internet (ie: online research skills)
• Project Management skills in a changing and complex environment
• Ability to work with both virtual and in-person teams
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong oral & written communication skills, interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and professionalism
• Ability to multi-task, work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and recognize priorities & deadlines
• Ability to adhere to policies and handle confidential information
• Fluent English language skills are required. Bilingualism in Spanish or French is an asset.

Lactalis Heritage Dairy is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

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