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People (HR) Manager
Morrisons
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Source date: 11/4/2026
About this role
Job Description More about the role Our People Managers play a huge part in the success of our sites, and keep all the plates spinning at once - creating and driving a successful people strategy and operation. This role is one that can really make a difference to the whole operation of the site. So if you want to be in a role that creates impact and where you can encourage change, then this role is for you. Managing a team of HR and Training Advisors/Assistants our People Managers business partner the Site and Leadership teams to deliver first class HR practices through the Myton Food Group vision and ways of working. It's a fast paced, challenging but a highly rewarding role where attention to detail and credibility is key. Reporting into the Head of People you will also: Lead and manage the People and site teams to ensure that the site has a high performing, motivated and trained team of colleagues Define and deliver a site people plan that is relevant to the local needs whilst in line with the Myton Food Group framework Create a culture of respect where managers engage with, listen to and respond to their team members Coach and support the management team and your People team to improve performance and grow talent across the whole site Ensure that all ER, IR and Payroll processes and procedures are legal and in line with Company standards Own all temporary and permanent labour supplies into your site, working with relevant parties to fill vacancies whilst ensuring a great candidate/colleague experience Own and drive talent on your site, ensuring development plans and succession plans are in place for all salaried colleagues Ensure that the site has the right people in the right place at the right time, and that training remains at the top of the leadership teams agenda Proactively prioritise the Health and Safety of our colleagues and customers at all times Identify and deliver savings and work with the Operational teams to ensure that site labour budgets and labour efficiencies are delivered More about our perks Private healthcare Car Allowance Generous holiday entitlement Discretionary bonus scheme 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here Subsidised staff canteen Free parking Competitive pension and life assurance Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more Optional payroll charity donations A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave More about you To be successful in this role, as well as being a strategic thinker, with the ability to nurture successful teams, you must also have: CIPD qualified or with equivalent level of HR management experience Experience of working in a fast paced, agile and demanding environment (ideally in a Manufacturing or Logistics environment) Up to date and deep knowledge of employment law Experience of dealing with significant and complex employee relations cases Exposure of working within a unionised environment The ability to coach and influence at all levels Confidence to communicate widely, including to large groups of colleagues Strong IT skills, including MS Office and HR systems Flexibility in terms of working hours, some travel will be involved to support other sites and project work Additionally, you will be a self-starter, be innovative and creative in your ideas and be driven by culture change and be pragmatic in your strategic thought process. You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets. At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 18 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more. We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website. Myton Food Group is a place where you can be yourself, feel valued, and have a true sense of belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people from all walks of life, as we strive to build a workforce that truly represents the communities we serve. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, which means we're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application and support will be provided wherever it’s required. Job Info Job Identification 3739 Job Category Human Resources Posting Date 11/04/2026 Apply Before 12/02/2026 Locations Northwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom Business Area Manufacturing Contract Type Permanent Working Hours 40 Shift Pattern Usually Monday to Friday, with the need for some flexibility