Manager, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) - #439078

The Opportunity: As the Manager, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), you will play a crucial role in advancing our DEI strategy and embedding best practices into our organizational behaviors. Reporting to the Director of Talent Development & DEI, you'll support the delivery and implementation of programs and initiatives that promote education, awareness, and process improvement, contributing to a more diverse and inclusive workplace.

In this role, you'll collaborate with various stakeholders to manage DEI projects, deliver training programs, and support internal communication campaigns. Your efforts will align with the Maple Leaf Blueprint and integrate our Leadership Capabilities —Strategic Thinking, Agility and Change Leadership, Growth Mindset, Executional Excellence, and Emotional Intelligence—into all DEI initiatives.

Role

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by April 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Programs and Initiatives: Lead the delivery and implementation of programs and initiatives that further our DEI strategy, focusing on education, awareness, and process improvement.
• ERG Partnerships: Partner with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to drive inclusive workplace practices and implement ERG-specific programs and recommendations into our DEI and Talent initiatives.
• Facilitation: Deliver DEI training programs in support of specific initiatives, awareness programs, and cultural initiatives.
• HR Collaboration: Partner with functional HR Leaders and teams to embed DEI principles into talent acquisition, leadership development, and employee engagement.
• Engagement & Communications: Support the production of internal communication campaigns and materials, contributing to the overall DEI internal communications strategy.
• Project Management: Manage DEI initiatives and projects, ensuring timelines, communication, and key deliverables are met.
• Metrics, Reporting, and Analysis: Prepare DEI reports, identify key insights and trends, and make recommendations to inform program development. Conduct industry research to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Policy Audits: Audit people policies, programs, procedures, and processes to identify systemic bias and other potential areas of focus.
• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, business leaders, and external partners to create and sustain high-quality, inclusive programs.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices to continuously improve our DEI programs and initiatives. Act as a thought leader and advisor on inclusive leadership and equitable talent practices.
• Blueprint Alignment: Ensure DEI initiatives align with our organizational strategies outlined in the Maple Leaf Blueprint .
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong Presentation Skills: Ability to facilitate training in small and large groups, virtually or in person.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to engage with diverse cultural groups and across various organizational levels.
• Commitment to DEI: Deep understanding and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Superior writing, proofreading, and communication planning skills.
• Project Management: Experience managing DEI-related initiatives and programs, ensuring effective project execution.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align DEI initiatives with business goals.
• Agility and Change Leadership: Adaptability to manage evolving priorities and lead change effectively.
• Growth Mindset: Commitment to continuous learning and development, with a focus on innovation and best practices.
• Executional Excellence: Strong project management skills to deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
• Emotional Intelligence: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships and engage diverse stakeholders.
• Innovation: A creative mindset to develop and implement innovative DEI programs and solutions.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
  
  

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.
  
  

About Us: We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
  
  

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia. A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace. We embrace a strong, values-based culture Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected] .

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.