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Full-time
5-10

HR Business Partner

12/12/2025

The HR Business Partner will partner with senior stakeholders and manage a variety of HR projects and initiatives across multiple sites. Key responsibilities include case management, employee relations, and the delivery of the Group-wide HR strategy.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Great Bear are a leading private 3rd party Logistics company business formed in 1994 providing Dedicated and Shared user Warehousing and Distribution solutions across many sectors for International FMCG blue chip clients. On 1st March 2016 the formation of the largest Independent UK logistics Group Great Bear was acquired by Culina Logistics, part of Muller Group. The UK business has 5,000 employees, and manages over 7.5million sq. ft million sq. ft. of warehousing across 50 locations and operates a joint fleet of over 600 mixed large to medium modern commercial vehicle fleet, coupled with an extensive added value service offering. We have built a reputation within the industry fostering long-term relationships on the core principal of customer service excellence. Great Bear collaborate closely with clients to develop a deep understanding of their requirements, both operationally and strategically; this along with a passion for development and innovation ensures Great Bear and Culina Group remain at the forefront of our industry, leading to long term partnerships. The Company has substantial and proven start-up and change management expertise, having managed large scale warehouse design and build and network change projects for our customers. Our customer retention is unparalleled within the industry – to find out more please call or email www.greatbear.co.uk Great Business'​ with Great Brands choose Great Bear. For more information contact Michael Pepper Development Manager Great Bear Distribution Ltd Tel +44 01829 772200 Email: michaelpepper@great-bear.co.uk www.greatbear.co.uk Post: Stellar House, Barbour Square, Tattenhall, Chester,England CH3 9RF
About the Role

Company Description

Culina group are a market leading ambient and chilled food & drink 3PL specialist, providing warehouse and distribution alongside fresh, food manufacturing, co-packing and bonded divisions. Working in partnership with some of the biggest household names in the food and drink sector.

With over 20 million square feet of warehousing spread across 100+ depots, we employ in excess of 22,000 people to ensure that our 2.2 million deliveries reach the correct location. Our extensive network enables us to provide a comprehensive supply chain management service covering the whole of the UK and Ireland.

Job Description

We are looking for a HR Business Partner to join our HR operational team based at Telford or Sherwood, on an interim/FTC (1 Year) basis. This role will include managing the HR function at both sites (Telford and Sherwood). The role of HR Business Partner is truly generalist, whereby you will partner senior stakeholders and take full HR responsibility for your sites, managing a variety of projects and initiatives. This is a multi-site role, therefore you should be able to travel regularly.

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can juggle a number of changing priorities with a positive, can-do approach. Experience of working in  Logistics/FMCG would certainly be an advantage. 

This is a great opportunity to join Culina Group and work for a company that is constantly growing. With circa 20,000 employees in multiple business units across the UK, there will be plenty of opportunity for a HR professional to grow and develop.

The HR Business Partner key responsibilities will include:

  • Day to day generalist role business partnering General Managers and other senior stakeholders in the business
  • Case management – advising & supporting grievance/ performance/ disciplinary/ absence associated matters, coaching and developing stakeholders in the process
  • Delivery of the Group wide HR strategy.
  • Manage employee relations issues associated with any change, in particular proactive management of the relationship with employee representatives and trades unions
  • Supporting the business with the development and delivery of people plans across multiple business units
  • Influence the development and implementation of HR policies and processes to ensure they meet the needs of the business
  • Ensure performance management processes are in place and operating effectively
  • Management of Tribunal proceedings with ACAS intervention as required
  • TUPE management 

Qualifications

  • Experience in advising on HR associated matters (grievance, disciplinary, performance management, absence)
  • Experience of managing cultures and making change happen proactively adaptable to change, able to build trust, respect and openness
  • Problem solver, using systems and expertise on behalf of the business and/ or employees
  • Proactive can do attitude
  • Experience of working in Logistics
  • CIPD Qualified 

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

  • Annual Leave – 25 days + 8 bank holidays.
  • Company Bonus  – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
  • Private Medical Cover  – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
  • Pension scheme
  • Life Assurance -  x4 your annual salary
  • Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
  • Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
  • Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
  • Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Key Skills
HR Business PartneringEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementGrievance HandlingDisciplinary ProceduresAbsence ManagementChange ManagementTUPE ManagementLogistics ExperienceCIPD QualifiedProblem SolvingCoachingStakeholder ManagementHR StrategyTrust BuildingAdaptability
Categories
Human ResourcesLogisticsManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Annual LeaveCompany BonusPrivate Medical CoverPension SchemeLife AssuranceWellnessEye Care VouchersReward & RecognitionEveryday Discounts
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