Overview

Booker • Salmon Fields, Oldham • Apply by 13-Oct-2025Are you passionate about people and looking for a role where you can make a real impact? We are recruiting for a dedicated People Partner to join our dynamic team within our Best Food Logistics business. The role is based in Royton, supporting the site and Central Functions. If you have strong people partnering experience, a background working with Trade Unions, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!The role is initially on a 6 month basis but has the possibility for extension or becoming a permanent position.We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and are committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For accessibility support information, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com.

What is in it for you

10% Tesco discount (increases to 15% for 4 days every 4 weeks; discounts apply to home delivery)20% discount on FandF Clothing10% discount at Tesco Café10% Booker discountPizza Hut Restaurants: 25% discount after 3pm (excludes buffet and deals)25% discount at selected Burger King restaurantsContributory Pension1 year life assurance for all colleagues; 3 years if you join the pension schemeHealth and Wellbeing support and resources including 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP; option to join a healthcare cash planExclusive deals website with discounts on everyday purchasesGreat holiday package – 29 days pro rata

Responsibilities

Partner with key stakeholders to develop and implement people strategies that drive business growthProvide expert advice on complex employee relations cases, ensuring compliance with policies and employment lawManage talent, support development, and succession planningWork on organisational design and change management initiativesUse data to support people-focused initiativesChampion colleague engagement, wellbeing, and diversity, equity, and inclusionFocus on performance and absence managementMaintain strong relationships with Trade Union representatives

Qualifications

CIPD Level 5 would be advantageous but not essentialStrong people partnering experienceExperience with Trade Unions and ideally in a blue-collar environmentExcellent communication and influencing skillsKnowledge of employment law and employee relations managementA commitment to promoting diversity and inclusionPeople Management experienceExperience in a fast-paced environment, such as distribution or retail

About us

Booker is the UK''s leading food and drink wholesaler serving independent retailers, caterers and small businesses. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centre locations across the UK.Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEandI) at Booker means we want everyone to feel represented and able to be themselves at work. We are a place where Everyone''s Welcome. We support flexible working and aim to accommodate various life circumstances.

Booker is part of Tesco plc, but operated separately from the core Tesco business; benefits may differ from those offered at Tesco.

How to apply / Additional information

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk

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