Manager, HR

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes-we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do-whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth-where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and voluntary benefit options.

Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, paid time off, and holidays to help you recharge.

Financial Security - Competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, plus short- and long-term disability coverage.

Growth & Development - Tuition reimbursement and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans supporting everyday expenses.

Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate individual and team achievements.

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager, Human Resources (HR Business Partner) to join our Corporate HR team in Los Angeles . In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees across designated corporate functions, aligning people strategies with business goals to drive performance, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. You will partner closely with leadership on talent development, employee relations, organizational design, training, and change management-strengthening a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. This position requires onsite presence four days per week .

Compensation

Salary Range : $90,000 - $120,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

Partner with leaders on performance-related matters and employee relations.

Conduct thorough, objective investigations and recommend solutions.

Collaborate with Learning & Development on training programs supporting job performance and career mobility.

Facilitate engaging HR-related training sessions across corporate functions.

Manage onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law, ensuring compliance and reducing legal risk.

Support organizational design, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness priorities.

Develop people strategies to improve employee experience, productivity, and team engagement.

Act as a change agent to support growth and transformation initiatives.

Partner with HR Centers of Excellence-including Total Rewards, Talent Development, Operations HR, and Shared Services.

Participate in and support Corporate HR initiatives and enterprise-wide programs.

Coach and guide managers on performance management, employee development, and goal setting.

Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform strategies, programs, and policy decisions.

Interpret reporting data to proactively identify issues and drive actionable solutions.

Lead or contribute to various cross-departmental HR and business initiatives.

Collaborate with functional teams to foster a culture where employees feel engaged, valued, and empowered.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

Bachelor's degree required; minimum of 5 years of HR or related business experience.

Experience supporting corporate employee populations, including executive teams.

In-depth knowledge of employment law and regulatory requirements.

Strong communication and problem-solving abilities; process improvement mindset.

Ability to exercise sound judgment when addressing people and organizational challenges.

Demonstrated resilience and positivity in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Strong coaching skills with the ability to gain credibility quickly with leaders.

Proven success partnering with remote teams or distributed workforces.

Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels.

Thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR).

Experience in manufacturing, food production, or multi-site organizations.

Experience leading change management initiatives.

Familiarity with modern HRIS platforms and data analytics tools.

Our Culture & Values

At Aspire Bakeries, great people make great food-and even greater workplaces. Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, ownership, and a shared passion for excellence. We empower team members, prioritize continuous learning, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.

Call to Action

Ready to make an impact and shape the future of our people strategy?

Apply today and become part of the Aspire Bakeries team!

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final starting pay may vary based on factors including location, shift, education, skills, and experience. The listed pay scale reflects the range for candidates meeting the qualifications for this role; additional pay may be considered for candidates exceeding requirements. For union-represented roles, wage ranges are governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.