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Lactalis
10,001+ employees
Global dairy products producer and employer
No salary listed
Merrimack, NH, USA + 1 more
More locations: Bedford, NH, USA
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Must be onsite five days a week; role splits time 50/50 between Londonderry and Bedford offices.
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- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist is required, with a demonstrated track record of supporting a wide range of HR functions.
- Partner with management teams of assigned business units to develop effective management and leadership behaviors to create high functioning, engaged teams. Provide guidance and recommendations related to recruitment and selection, performance management and people development, succession planning, employee relations, disability management and compensation & benefits.
- With support from HR leadership, deploy people strategies and design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition team for recruitment activities of assigned client groups. Focus will be on providing guidance with regards to business needs and advising recruiting teams to ensure the organization has the right people in the right roles and aligned with the company values. May assist with sourcing, screening, interviewing and referring applicants to management for further interviews.
- Conduct exit interviews with departing employees; analyze opportunities and recommend/implement corrective actions.
- Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development, and coaching.
- Partner with HR leadership and the Talent Development Manager to enhance employee and management performance by identifying training and development needs, offering and evaluating appropriate training programs, and ensuring effective utilization of performance management and succession planning programs.
- Provide coaching and advice to employees where appropriate and support employees in understanding their potential and development opportunities.
- Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations, and interpreting Company policy for managers and employees.
- Foster a productive work environment by resolving conflicts, coaching management on effective techniques, and maintaining open communication with employees and managers.
- Collaborate with the USA HR & Shared Services teams to champion and accelerate a culture of excellence in which people feel engaged and inspired to deliver top business results.
- Provide timely information and/or education for all levels of the company on HR issues.
- Understand and monitor KPIs and analyze information to help drive solutions and make informed decisions.
- Act as a back up to the Corporate HR Specialist.
- Experience working across multi-site and/or international environments, particularly within the consumer packaged goods industry, is highly desirable, though not required.
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as SuccessFactors, Paylocity, or Alchemy is a plus.
- Strong ability to build credibility, guide discussions, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong business acumen - understands the organization’s operations, financials, and strategic goals, and aligns HR strategy accordingly.
- Proven success in fast-paced, dynamic work environments with frequent change and evolving priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver results within tight deadlines.
- Strong team orientation with a proven ability to build relationships and thrive in cross-functional, collaborative environments.
- Capable of leading and supporting organizational change, employee transitions, and communication strategies.
- Skilled in using data and analytics to identify trends, guide strategy, and support informed business decisions.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Ability to integrate core HR functions (e.g., recruitment, performance management, rewards, learning & development, employee relations) with broader business goals to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
Lactalis is a global dairy group with roots in Laval, France, employing about 80,000 people across 250 production sites in around 100 countries. It covers all dairy categories—milk, ultra-fresh dairy, cheese, butter, cream, and dairy ingredients—through a portfolio of roughly 100 brands that ranges from major national names to local labels. Its products come from a long-standing dairy expertise rooted in cheesemongering and AOP cheese production, delivered through many sites and brands to fit local food cultures. Its goal is to offer healthy, gourmet, and accessible dairy products to as many people as possible while supporting rural economies and maintaining leadership in the global dairy industry.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Mayenne, France
Founded
1933
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Midwest Yogurt launches June 30, 2025, with Kerry DeLaney as CEO driving innovation.
- $75M NY investment boosts capacity, automation, creates 50 jobs.
- $4.2B Fonterra deal expands into Oceania, Southeast Asia, Middle East.
What critics are saying
- Fonterra integration fails within 12-24 months due to minimal due diligence.
- U.S. regulators block consolidation, force divestitures of yogurt brands in 6-18 months.
- Debt from $4.2B Fonterra, $1.2B General Mills burdens refinancing in 12-36 months.
What makes Lactalis unique
- Lactalis integrates Yoplait into Midwest Yogurt, becoming largest U.S. yogurt producer.
- Acquired ProViva from Danone, expanding nationally in Sweden via Skånemejerier.
- Controls Stonyfield, Siggi’s, Brown Cow alongside new $1.2B Midwest brands.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
Wellness Program
Company News
Danone has entered into an agreement to sell its Swedish probiotic fruit juices brand, ProViva, to the French dairy group Lactalis. This transaction involves the sale of the Österlenmejeriet factory located in Lunnarp, Skåne County, in southeastern Sweden. The factory is Danone's only facility in Sweden and has previously received a Skr140m (approximately $16.9m) investment in 2020.
Fonterra Co-operative Group's shareholders have approved the sale of its consumer business to French company Lactalis for $4.2 billion. The decision was made during a brief online special meeting, which lasted only 20 minutes and included no questions from shareholders.
The dairy giant's boss explains why it has agreed to sell its consumer businesses, including Mainland and Anchor, for nearly $4 billion.
Lactalis USA invests $75M in NY dairy plants, expanding capacity, automation, and creating 50 jobs with state tax support.
Lactalis, the French dairy group, has completed the acquisition of General Mills' yogurt business in the United States. This move makes Lactalis the third-largest player in the fresh dairy sector in the U.S. and strengthens its local presence with an expanded brand portfolio and new industrial sites.