Jennifer Sprout

Manager, HR Business Partner, Canada @Kennametal

Belleville, ON, CA

As a strategic HR leader, I provide direction and guidance to the HR team, ensuring alignment of human resources initiatives with the company’s broader organizational goals and objectives.Talent Acquisition and Management: I lead the recruitment process from end to end, developing strategies for attracting and retaining top-tier talent. I also focus on succession planning to ensure business continuity and long-term success.Performance Management: Overseeing performance management systems, I ensure that goal setting, performance evaluations, and employee development plans are eectively implemented. I also provide support to managers in handling performance-related issues.Employee Relations: By managing employee relations, I foster a fair and respectful work environment, addressing conicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters in line with company policies and legal regulations.Training and Development: I identify skill gaps and implement training programs to promote employee growth and development, ensuring the workforce remains competitive and engaged.Compensation and Benets: In collaboration with the compensation team, I help design and manage compensation and benets packages that are both competitive and aligned with market trends.HR Policies and Compliance: I ensure that HR policies and procedures are up to date, legally compliant, and consistent across the organization, minimizing risks related to labor law non- compliance.Diversity and Inclusion: I champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, actively promoting a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture.HR Analytics: I leverage HR metrics to gain insights and inform decisions, providing leadership with regular updates on HR key performance indicators.Change Management: I lead HR-related change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during periods of organizational change.