At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead people operations and drive our People strategy at the Manchester site.
- Company: Join Greggs, a fun and family-oriented company with a strong culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, discounts, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and excellent career progression opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while supporting a diverse team.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR management and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced People Manager to join the Manufacturing & Logistics teams at our Manchester site on a temporary basis for 12 months. You’ll lead the people operations at the site, working closely with the Site Leadership Team to drive and deliver our People strategy. If you love variety, enjoy partnering with leaders, and thrive during change, this role will give you the scope to influence key decisions that support the site’s long‑term success.
We can offer you:
- Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 12.5% of your salary
- Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%
- Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products
- Profit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year
- 25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro‑rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day
- The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year
- Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate
- Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsided for your dependants
- Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long‑term sickness
- Death in service benefit which provides a lump‑sum payment equal to 4 times your year’s salary
- Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support
- Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in‑store and online coupons and lifestyle offers
- Career progression and learning and development opportunities
- A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business!
- Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another
About the role
This is an on‑site role and currently averages 4.5 days per week predominantly across Monday to Friday. Flexibility across site shifts will be required on occasion to support the needs of the business. Consideration will also be given to requests for alternate hours. The base location for this role is: Greggs 31 Greenside Street, Openshaw, Manchester M11 2HW.
What you’ll do:
- Lead people operations across manufacturing and logistics at the Manchester site.
- Drive and deliver our people strategy and plan, championing people initiatives to successful implementation.
- Partner with the site leadership team to build a high‑performing team.
- Oversee recruitment and onboarding activities to support organisational growth.
- Deliver strong, fair and inclusive colleague relations.
- Support the site leadership team to drive colleague engagement.
- Manage ER, performance, succession, D&I and wellbeing initiatives.
About you
You will fit right into this role if you:
- Have demonstrable experience in a HR management role (operational environment preferred).
- Have strong change management experience.
- Are an effective communicator, decision‑maker and influencer, across all levels.
- Are self‑motivated and able to plan and juggle multiple priorities.
- Are proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Enjoy being part of a dedicated team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together.
- Are supportive of an inclusive culture, recognising and valuing that difference is good.
- CIPD is a bonus, but not essential — your passion and experience matter most.
About Greggs
Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture – the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard‑working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we’d love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views.
HR Manager in Manchester employer: Greggs
At Greggs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values inclusivity and teamwork. Located in Manchester, our HR Manager role provides a unique opportunity to influence key people strategies while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including a management bonus scheme, generous annual leave, and career progression opportunities. Join us in making a positive impact within our community and enjoy the perks of working for a company that truly cares about its people.
