Vice President Human Resources

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Base pay range

$225,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Food & Beverage Recruiting Manager @ Kinsa Group | LION

I can only consider bilingual (Spanish) candidates with a background in CPG manufacturing, ideally food or beverage.

Kinsa is recruiting for an HR VP/Director

Location: Onsite in the Bay Area, CA (Relocation assistance provided)

Our client is well known in the Bay area for their beloved beloved bakery brand, well on ts way towards becoming a nationwide presence. For almost 30 years, they have provided a little taste of France to their loyal customers. They are looking to add a VP of HR to their team. You will have oversight over both manufacturing and headquarters locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is an on-site role and will travel between two local facilities.

• 15+ years in HR, 5+ in leadership, 5+ in manufacturing (preferably food). Strong experience with a large, hourly workforce
• 225-275K base salary plus bonus.
• PTO & paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• NO SPONSORSHIPS

Key Responsibilities and Goals

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals, focusing on all aspects of the employee lifecycle—including staffing, recruitment, retention, training and engagement.
• Design, implement, and manage HR programs, policies, processes, training initiatives, and surveys to support strategic and compliance objectives. Develop and manage the HR department budget effectively.
• Oversee all HR operations, including compensation, benefits, payroll, leave management, workers’ compensation, employee relations, dispute resolution, performance management, learning and development, HRIS, knowledge management, DEI, and the overall employee experience.
• Provide leadership with regular reports and insights on key HR metrics and the effectiveness of people strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and best practices. Regularly review and update policies and perform compliance audits as needed.
• Stay informed on emerging trends, regulatory updates, and innovations in HR, talent management, and employment law; advise leadership and update practices accordingly.

Competencies Needed for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP or SPHR) preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• 5+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in building and supporting HR programs for large hourly workforces.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced with HRIS and talent management systems.

Referrals are our best source for the top talent our clients need so if you know of anyone with these skills in the food and beverage industry, please pass me their name and email/phone number, or share this job posting with them. Kinsa pays referral bonuses if someone you refer gets hired by our client!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Baked Goods Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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