Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.Primary Role of This Position

• Works with leadership and various stakeholders to develop and implement Human Resources strategies that are aligned with the organization’s corporate values and business objectives
• Participates in the development of departmental goals, objectives, and systems
• Oversees the implementation of HR programs and identifies opportunities for improvement
• Protects the interests of the company and employees in accordance with company policies and provincial law and regulations. Minimizes risk.
• Coaches and trains managers in their communication, feedback, recognition, and interaction responsibilities with the employees who report to them. Ensures managers know how to successfully, ethically, honestly, and legally communicate with employees.
• Monitors the implementation of a performance improvement process with non-performing employees including Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs)
• Take a lead role in the Performance Management and Review Cycle, Leave of Absence and Disability Management processes
• Work in partnership with the HR team to identify and eliminate administrative/manual tasks
• Works closely with the Director, Human Resources to ensure compensation practices align with the Kohl & Frisch (K&F) recruitment, selection, and hiring processes
• Coach and mentor HR team members
• Supports the annual HR budgeting process
• Other duties as required

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years of talent management
• Minimum 5 years in people leadership role
• Ability to manage and support National HR issues
• Working knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce is an asset
• Training and facilitation experience an asset
• Ability to support and influence all stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills including excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage daily workload, set priorities and meet required deadlines while managing competing demands
• Demonstrate ability to handle sensitive and contentious issues with tact and respect
• Ability to work both independently and co-operatively as member of a team
• A self-starter, with the ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Ontario Pay Equity Act, and other related legislation
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Human Resources Management/CHRP designation