Manager, Business Partner, American Whiskeys

Manager, People Business Partner, American Whiskeys

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Where Conviviality is th American Distillers (NADL) is where we manufacture our award‑winning American Whiskeys such as Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, TX Whiskey, Skrewball, and Smooth Ambler. NADL is part of Pernod Ricard, a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, and The Glenlivet® Scotch whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at NADL is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivial ité… it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values:
1) grounded in the real;
2) fiercely authentic;
3) passion for challenge;
4) connected beyond borders. We are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Louisville, Kentucky, is $87,520.00 to $. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

The People Business Partner plays a critical role in translating business strategy into impactful people initiatives across multiple North American Distillers Limited (NADL) distillery sites. Reporting to the Senior Director, People Business Partner, NADL, this role partners closely with NADL Site Directors and operational leaders to build high‑performing leadership teams, strengthen workforce engagement, and enhance organizational agility in response to evolving business demands.

The role leads and supports core Human Resources processes—including talent management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, performance management, and cultural development—while providing data‑driven insights that improve organizational capability, retention, and the employee experience. Serving as both a strategic advisor and employee advocate, the People Business Partner helps shape people processes, supports transformation initiatives, and fosters a culture that drives operational efficiency and sustainable performance across NADL.

This role is ideal for a business‑oriented Human Resources professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, operational manufacturing environment and enjoys being close to the business. You are energized by partnering with NADL leaders, navigating complexity across multiple sites, and driving meaningful change. You value visibility, relationship‑building, and using both data and empathy to influence outcomes. If you are passionate about talent, culture, and helping organizations perform at their best, this role offers significant impact and growth.

• Partner with NADL site leaders and the Senior Director, People Business Partner to develop and execute NADL people plans aligned to strategic and operational priorities
• Lead core people processes across assigned NADL sites, including performance management, talent assessment, succession planning, employee engagement, reward practices, and culture initiatives
• Serve as the organizational development expert for NADL site teams, supporting organizational design, role clarity, team effectiveness, process improvement, and change management initiatives
• Coach and advise NADL leaders on employee performance, early intervention, corrective action, and compliance with U.S. employment laws
• Champion employee concerns and serve as a visible employee advocate, ensuring issues are appropriately elevated and addressed
• Collaborate with NADL Human Resources Centers of Excellence to develop and implement talent attraction,…