Human Resources Business Partner

About the company

Coke Canada Bottling is a Canadian, family-owned bottler operating independently across the country. The organization manufactures, distributes, merchandises, and sells popular beverage brands, with more than 6,000 employees working across all provinces through 50+ sales and distribution centres and five manufacturing sites.

The company aims to remain a leading beverage partner in Canada by creating long-term value for employees, customers, consumers, and communities while building a high-performing, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Role summary

The Human Resources Business Partner reports to the Director, Human Resources and acts as a strategic advisor to leaders. This position provides end-to-end HR support across the employee lifecycle, with a focus on workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness. The role also ensures HR practices remain aligned with employment legislation, company policy, and current best practices.

Work location and schedule

This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It follows a hybrid arrangement with three days in the office and two days working from home, although this setup may change over time. Some travel to other GTA facilities will be required.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this role is CAD 108,000 to CAD 130,000. The final starting salary will depend on market location, job-related knowledge, role complexity, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

• Work with leaders on employee relations issues such as performance management, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and terminations.
• Develop trusted relationships with leaders and guide them on people strategy and execution.
• Support key talent initiatives including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Drive organizational change activities such as restructures and workforce transitions while maintaining compliance with employment law.
• Coach leaders on employee relations matters using sound employment law knowledge and HR best practices.
• Help shape communication and change management plans that support business transformation.
• Use data and insights to support talent decisions and strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Take part in HR projects, process enhancements, and initiatives that improve efficiency and employee experience.
• Assist in developing HR policies and employee communications that reflect business priorities.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to support recruitment activities.
• Travel occasionally to other GTA facilities as needed.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive HR experience, including exposure to employee relations and HR business partnering.
• Background supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and employee relations practices.
• Experience in unionized environments is considered an advantage.
• Exposure to Technology client groups is considered an advantage.
• CHRP or CHRL designation, or progress toward one, is considered an asset.

Key strengths

• Strong relationship-building and influencing abilities, with confidence to coach and challenge leaders.
• Good judgment when handling complex employee matters.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with practical execution.
• Data-oriented approach with the ability to turn insights into action.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, changing environment.
• Collaborative mindset focused on trust and alignment.
• High emotional intelligence and commitment to an inclusive, employee-first culture.
• Strong organizational and project management capability.

Why join

• Work for a local, family-owned business connected to a globally recognized brand, with room to build your career.
• Access learning support through on-the-job training and a library of free courses for just-in-time development.
• Receive a comprehensive benefits package that supports physical, mental, financial, and overall well-being, including competitive compensation, retirement and savings programs, family and employee assistance support, paid vacation, and floater days.
• Be part of an organization that values community involvement and employee volunteerism.
• Contribute to sustainability efforts focused on reducing, reusing, recycling, lowering carbon impact, and using water responsibly.

Diversity, application, and hiring notes

The company has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity and is committed to building an equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every qualification.

The hiring process is human-led and does not use AI tools for screening, assessment, or selection. Accommodation support is available during recruitment by phone at 1-844-383-2653 or by email at HR@cokecanada.com.

Employment offers are conditional on successful background clearance through a third-party vendor. Depending on the role, this may include criminal record screening, employment verification, education verification, and a driver’s abstract review.

Important dates

The initial closing date for this posting is July 20, 2026.

The posting date shown is June 22, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.