People Partner - Bristol

Bristol Bakery is a highly automated site producing over 700,000 loaves of bread each week, along with a wide range of other bakery favourites including bagels, pittas, and flatbreads. With three manufacturing plants and around 240 staff, it operates in a fast-paced, complex environment where people and technology work hand in hand.

The HR Business Partner role is central to the site's success-supporting manufacturing and working closely with the Site Leader and wider leadership team. You'll be part of a small, dedicated HR team, including an HR Advisor and a Learning & Development Manager, reporting to the Lead People Partner for Manufacturing.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys coaching, influencing, and balancing immediate priorities with long-term strategy. The focus is on developing leadership capabilities, strengthening engagement, and fostering a positive, high-performing culture.

• Partner with senior management to implement and execute the Lead for Growth strategy and key people processes.
• Coach leaders to develop talent, simplify organizations, and enhance engagement.
• Develop and execute People Plans aligned with business goals, focusing on capability and performance improvements.
• Provide leadership on People matters, offering expertise and insights to foster continuous improvement and better decision-making.
• Ensure a positive employee experience that aligns with our employer of choice ethos and values.
• Drive empowerment and self-service capabilities, collaborating with People Services, Resourcing, and Advisor teams to provide timely support.
• Represent the voice of the internal customer to ensure central initiatives are fit for purpose and are implemented effectively.
• Maintain continuous professional development (CPD), sharing knowledge and encouraging team growth.
• Demonstrate experience as a trusted HR/People business partner within FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, or Distribution sectors.
• Lead and coach people as a senior HR/People generalist.
• Support through change initiatives, demonstrating leadership and adaptability.
• Collaborate with Trade Unions and colleague forums at a site/depot level.
• Possess broad and deep HR knowledge, trusted by senior colleagues and leadership.

Enjoy the following benefits:

• Discretionary profit share based on annual profits
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday entitlement
• Competitive pension scheme with up to 7% company contributions
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Exclusive deals and discounts via the Extra Dough website
• Investment in your personal development
• Fully stocked kitchens with our products for your enjoyment
• Support for health and wellbeing, including free physiotherapy, a confidential helpline, and occupational health services