Love ice cream? Come join the #1 ice cream company in the US, Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream (DGIC)! DGIC is part of the global pure-play ice cream leader, Froneri, and we have begun a new chapter of accelerated growth. With nearly 100 years of winning experience in the U.S, a robust portfolio of powerhouse brands that consumers know and love such as Häagen-Dazs, Drumstick, Dreyer’s, OREO®, and Outshine, and the backing and coaching of European-based ice cream experts, we know we have the winning recipe.

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, our teams across our offices and factories are raising the bar on all things ice cream. We are investing in significant capital expansions to grow our Operations and Supply Chain and are transforming how we work at every level to become more agile, accelerate growth and elevate our quality. With a renewed focus on frozen treats, our tight-knit team of ambitious innovators are fully immersed in the business and encouraged to flex and make decisions quickly. We are committed to pursuing every great idea and delivering the best ice cream experience for our consumers, when and where they want it.

Unleash your potential at Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream and discover what a sweet career we have in store for you.

Job Overview

Join a company that will provide you the opportunity to develop and grow your career at an accelerated rate, giving you the tools to thrive in a people focused position. We are seeking a highly motivated HR Talent and Development Project Manager to help build and implement a cutting-edge corporate commercial attraction and retention program. In this role, you will support key HR initiatives that enhance talent recruitment, development, and retention for our fast-growing commercial teams, positioning the business as a top training employer in the industry. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects while gaining hands-on experience and advancing your HR career at an accelerated pace.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

Design and rollout of a corporate commercial talent attraction and retention strategy, helping the company stay competitive in hiring and retaining top talent.
Coordinate project activities, timelines, and resources to ensure successful implementation and alignment with overall business objectives.
Monitor project performance, ensuring milestones are met and reporting on progress to senior HR and business leaders.

Learning & Development

Develop a robust onboarding, training, and development programs to help new hires in commercial roles hit the ground running.
Collaborate with business leaders to identify learning needs, coordinate leadership development initiatives, and offer upskilling opportunities to enhance employee capabilities.
Track participation and outcomes of learning programs, ensuring continuous improvement.

Employee Retention & Engagement

Support the creation of employee engagement and retention initiatives, including mentorship programs, recognition systems, and career development plans.
Monitor employee turnover data and feedback, proactively identifying opportunities to improve retention, especially within key commercial functions.
Partner with HR leadership to implement strategies that enhance employee satisfaction and reduce turnover.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Act as a liaison between HR, commercial teams, and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and alignment on talent-related projects.
Reporting directly with the Chief HR Officer to organize and facilitate project meetings, gather stakeholder feedback, and manage updates on talent development initiatives.
Prepare and present project reports, presentations, and documentation to key functional stakeholders.

Miscellaneous

Support employer branding initiatives that highlight the company’s unique value proposition and opportunities for fast-tracked career growth.

Qualifications And Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field.
2-3 years of experience in HR project management, talent development, or recruitment (internship experience is also considered).
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail, ability to gather and interpret data, and make strategic recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with HR or project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting HR projects in a corporate or commercial environment.
Knowledge of employee engagement, talent acquisition, and retention best practices.
Experience with HR data analytics to assess and improve program performance.
Comfortable with ambiguity and change in a fast paced environment.
Self Confidence – Someone who is not afraid to push the envelope and think creatively.

What We Offer

A fast-paced, innovative environment that will provide you opportunities to develop and grow at an accelerated rate.
Exposure to high-impact HR projects with direct access to senior leadership.
A culture that supports continuous learning, mentorship, and career acceleration.
Competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development.

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is between $80,000 and $100,000 per year.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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