Mérieux NutriSciences - North America is hiring: Human Resources Representative

Overview

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES is a trusted partner with a Public Health mission to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. The organization operates across a global network in 27 countries, offering a wide range of testing and innovative solutions to prevent health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of its history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

Location: 401 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60611 USA.

Your Day to Day Life

We are looking for a Human Resources Representative. Your mission is to provide comprehensive support to all employees and the Human Resources Department, focusing on HRIS maintenance, data integrity, system functionality, and general HR administrative support. This role ensures accurate HR data, supports HR operations through report generation, data preparation, and distribution, and facilitates key employee transactions and programs, while collaborating cross-functionally to improve system processes and functionality.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training, skills, and experience.
• Minimum 2-4 years of HR experience, with at least two years in a role with system and data management responsibilities.
• Basic proficiency in at least one HR system or platform.
• Intermediate spreadsheet skills, including the use of VLOOKUP functions, pivot tables, and data preparation techniques.
• Experience with standard office productivity and collaboration tools (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email, and shared file systems).
• Strong understanding of core human resources processes and effective data management practices.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion when handling sensitive employee data.

Preferred

Certification a plus: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Serves as the key point of contact and subject matter expert for all employee transactions in Cornerstone (HeRo), including position changes, salary or rate changes, supervisor changes, terminations, and new account creations.
• Maintains and audits employee data to ensure consistency, accuracy, integrity, and compliance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Assists with workflows, fields, and reports in alignment with business needs, coordinating across multiple platforms where applicable.
• Collaborates with other departments such as Payroll and IT on data integration tasks and resolution of errors caused by file transfer issues.
• Participates in testing and implementation of new system features and modules; develops and maintains system reports to meet business needs.
• Combines and formats data from multiple HR platforms using spreadsheet functions, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Prepares and distributes data to stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner; facilitates onboarding and collects required paperwork and electronic records in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Resolves (or escalates) service tickets from employees and partners with other departments to resolve issues.
• Verifies basic employment information for current and former employees; administers assigned HR-related programs (e.g., service anniversary awards).
• Other related duties as assigned. All activities should be conducted in an ethical and Code of Conduct-compliant manner.

Communication

Strong internal communications skills, both written and oral, to work effectively within the HR team, internal business partners, vendors, and external agencies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Standard office environment with computer use. Prolonged periods of sitting and keyboard use. Occasional lifting or moving of items up to 30 pounds may be required.

Travel

Minimal travel may be required for training, meetings, or system implementation support. Estimated travel < 10%.

Compensation Package

Compensation Range: $70,000 - $75,000 annual salary USD with full-time eligible benefits. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Generous PTO. Optional 401(k) with employer matching contributions. Details may vary by location and will be clarified during the hiring process.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Impact strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Be part of a community of enthusiastic and skilled people who co-build and serve a purpose bigger than themselves.
• Be welcomed in a diverse and open-minded environment that values differences.
• Join an international group with opportunities to learn and grow within more than 8,200 team members.

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