Location: Montreal- closer to Laval QC (Fully On-site)

Language: Fully bilingual in French and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages

About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Human Resources Manager to lead the people strategy and day-to-day HR operations for a newly established, high-volume distribution center in Montreal. This is a unique opportunity to help build a workforce, culture, and HR function from the ground up while supporting the launch and growth of a strategically important operation.

As a trusted business partner, you will work closely with site leadership and operational stakeholders to develop and implement HR initiatives that drive engagement, performance, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys balancing strategic planning with operational execution.

What’s In It for You
• A rare opportunity to help build a brand-new distribution center and shape its people strategy from day one

• Play a key role in establishing culture, workforce programs, and employee engagement initiatives within a growing operation

• Partner closely with operations leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to influence business outcomes

• Join an organization that values collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement

• Gain exposure to large-scale workforce planning, operational HR leadership, and strategic business initiatives

• Be part of a workplace that encourages innovation, professional development, and long-term career growth

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll serve as the primary HR partner for site leadership, aligning people strategies with operational goals and workforce requirements

• You’ll lead workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives to support a growing and high-volume operation

• In this role, you’ll oversee employee relations matters, conduct investigations, resolve workplace concerns, and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures

• You’ll ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and workplace standards while maintaining audit readiness

• You’ll coach leaders on performance management, talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement strategies

• You’ll support compensation and benefits programs, ensuring fair and consistent application of pay practices and workforce policies

• You’ll identify training and development opportunities while supporting leadership development and employee growth initiatives

• You’ll leverage HR metrics and workforce data to provide insights that support operational and business decision-making

• You’ll act as a key liaison between HR, operations, and external service providers, ensuring strong governance and effective stakeholder management

Skills and Qualifications
• 5-8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, distribution, or other high-volume operational environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field

• Fully bilingual in French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, leaders, and stakeholders in both languages

• Strong knowledge of Quebec and Canadian employment legislation, labor standards, and HR compliance requirements

• Proven experience supporting high-volume hourly workforces and fast-paced operational environments

• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management

• Experience partnering with operational leaders to drive workforce planning, engagement, and organizational effectiveness

• Experience working with outsourced service providers, staffing agencies, 3PL, or 4PL environments is considered a strong asset

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and provide actionable recommendations

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills

Note from the Hiring Manager
“This is an exciting opportunity for an HR leader who enjoys building, influencing, and creating meaningful impact. We’re looking for someone who can establish strong foundations, foster an engaged workplace culture, and partner closely with operations to support the success of a brand-new distribution center.”

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.