P&O Business Partner - M/F/X

Job Description:

Location : Paris; Saint-Denis-De-L'Hôtel; Ernolsheim

Segment : Pet Nutrition

Contract Type : 18-months assignement

We are looking for a P&O Business Partner to manage our operational scope of 250 FTEs across three distinct markets. Operating in a standalone capacity with no direct team in place at present, you will play an essential role in driving both daily operations and legal compliance. A significant portion of your energy will be dedicated to fostering constructive labor relations with French employee representatives and social partners, as well as arbitrating critical P&O decisions at the legal entity level.

What are we looking for?

• Strong business acumen and a genuine interest in business-related topics, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional networks.
• Agile, strategic, and hands-on mindset, with a courageous and positive personality.
• Ten years of experience in Human Resources.
• Fluent English & French

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Support the BENEFRA P&O Head on current and upcoming projects
• Collaborate closely with the P&O Head and the Leadership Team to define and implement the P&O strategy in alignment with business priorities.
• Provide insights and recommendations on organizational design and effectiveness, culture, and talent management.
• Support Mars Signature Talent Programs: MDR, succession planning, and merit processes.
• Work with the P&O Head to foster a culture that drives engagement and performance. Support teams and hold them accountable for completing MAS impact planning sessions and ensuring regular follow-through so that actions aimed at enhancing the Associate Experience are executed and embedded within the organization.
• Partner with Associate Relations, Unions, MyP&O, Rewards, and Payroll to ensure a consistent, transparent, and trusted employee experience.
• Partner with business leaders, Finance, and the P&O Coordinator to monitor headcount, wages, workforce metrics, and turnover, and to drive data-based recommendations.

What can you expect from Mars?

• At Mars, we believe in a relationship of mutual trust, dignity and respect between our company and Associates that is more meaningful than the standard employer/employee relationship.
• As Associates, we can expect to be respected, supported and valued as individuals, to be treated fairly and equitably.
• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars.
• The PetLovers segment, committed to building a better world for our pets!
• An office where your dog will be welcome and will be accompanied by 18 other Associate dogs
• You will join a large family of 1000 Petcare Associates, spread over 2 sites in France, including 2 factories