Sr. Business Partner, Human Resources

Sr. Business Partner, Human Resources | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. About the Role The Senior Business Partner, HR, which sits within the HR department, is a mid-level HR partner who collaborates with their designated business unit or site. This role is responsible for the co-creation and execution of a business unit/site People Strategy that is aligned with both overall goals of Primient and the business unit by working with business leaders to develop actionable HR strategies, implementing effective HR programs, and providing expert guidance on topics like compensation, people development, training, and legal compliance. The role adds value by enabling effective alignment, integration and change support (including new business integration, M&A, and organizational design), helping leaders and their people manager navigate complexity, change, and ambiguity at pace.

Key responsibilities:

Strategic Alignment:

Collaborate with business leaders to shape and deliver people strategy that supports business objectives, growth, and integration priorities. Integration & Strategic Developments (e.g., M&A): Partner with business and HR leaders to plan and execute people-related integration objectives during strategic developments (e.g., new business integration, mergers and acquisitions), including culture, organization design, communications, and alignment of key people processes.

Talent Management:

Oversee onboarding, support career development initiatives, and collaborate with Talent Acquisition throughout the recruitment processes.

Change Management:

Support leaders and employees through complex change, ambiguity, and organizational transitions (including integration efforts) by providing guidance, clear communication, and practical tools that sustain engagement and performance.

Employee Relations:

Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts and foster a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution.

Policy Development and Compliance:

Create, update and ensure compliance with company policies and laws and regulations.

Coaching and Consulting :

Provide HR advice and guidance to department leaders, leveraging HR expertise to enhance leadership effectiveness.

Drive HR Initiates and Processes:

Collaborate with HR colleagues to implement strategic HR initiatives and optimize HR processes to support organizational goals.

Drive HR KPIs:

Partner with respective teams to develop, monitor and achieve HR KPI metrics for those groups and develop mitigation plans when needed.

Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

Promote diversity in the workplace through inclusive hiring practices and initiatives to engage and retain talent. Be a culture ambassador driving the adoption and adherence to our Primient standards. Knowledge Organizational design Business acumen HR management best practices Compliance and labor law HR Investigations HR policies and procedures Skills Strategic HR partnership; new business integration/M&A; complex change leadership Data analysis & interpretation Time management & prioritization Relationship building and development Cultural sensitivity Project management Conflict management Critical thinking Excellent verbal & written communications Influential leadership Group facilitation Mindsets Strategic & future focused Comfort with ambiguity; integration-minded Accessible Committed to DEIB Resilient Empathetic Cultural Stewardship About You Required and Preferred Work Experience 5+ years of work experience in a broad range of HR functional areas (required) 2+ years of experience in employee relation (preferred) Strategic HR support for new business integration and/or M&A; leading complex change (preferred) 1+ years of Workday experience (preferred) Total Rewards The annual pay range estimated for this position is $139,452.00 - $174,315.00 and is bonus eligible. Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational expertise that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from start to finish, we focus our priorities on producing the safest, highest quality ingredients through practices that uphold our ongoing commitment to sustainability. Our employees, some of whom are second and third generation legacy, understand the importance of maintaining the highest levels of safety, excellence, and integrity in all that we do. We continue to grow with a century long history of ingenuity that started with agricultural visionary Augustus "Gene" Staley. Staley's "can do" attitude and entrepreneurial spirit continue to lead and inspire Primient in new ways that ensure we honor our traditions to confidently trail blaze ahead. We proudly walk the halls of the 'Castle in the Cornfields' administration building in Decatur, IL, US, tracing our rich heritage and planning for the next big ideas.