Senior Inclusion & Belonging Specialist

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Senior Inclusion & Belonging Specialist:

Delivering the tactical execution of Univar Solutions’ Inclusion and Belonging strategy. With a focus on delivering fair and inclusive processes, the Sr. Analyst, Global Inclusion and Belonging will be a key driving force in delivering outcome-focused work in close partnership with HR, supporting talent retention and development. The post-holder will also serve as a key employee advocate, collaborating with and strengthening our Employee Resource Networks (ERNs) and supporting key outreach work on inclusion and belonging.

What You'll Do:

Process Assessment & Redesign

• Lead Inclusion and Belonging assessments on organizational processes in hiring, pay, performance, promotion, and internal mobility.


• Partner with HR and supporting functions to implement action plans to mitigate identified risks and opportunities for improvement.


• Track and close remediation actions; maintain a log with root-cause analysis of systemic issues.

Program Management & Governance

• Collaborate with key stakeholders in the evolution and implementation of the global Inclusion and Belonging strategy.


• Lead ongoing governance of the strategy including the management of meetings, action trackers, risk registers, and progress updates.


• Prepare reports for the Sr. Director of Global Sustainability and Social Impact; surface risks and decisions needed.


• Manage timelines and cross-functional dependencies with HR, Legal, IT, Facilities.

Change Enablement & Capability Building

• Develop and deliver training resources and assessment criteria (bias awareness, interview and shortlisting processes, promotion criteria etc.).


• Partner on, and deliver, effective communication of processes, updates and resources that support the I&B strategy.

Employee Resource Networks

• Act as the central point of contact for Univar Solutions regional ERNs, supporting the network leads in the delivery of the networks core objectives


• Provide support and resources to the ERNS to help ensure effective delivery and governance of these groups

Outreach and Communications

• Lead internal and external communications on key I&B messaging and progress, collaborating with global and local communications colleagues.


• Support customer and supplier outreach events on I&B, driving positive outcomes through industry-focused events and initiatives.

Data, Analytics & Reporting

• Partner with HR and People Analytics to track metrics of program success, build dashboards, and maintain quantitative assessments of key deliverables (e.g., adverse impact ratios, controlled pay gap analyses).


• Maintain up to date knowledge on voluntary and mandatory data disclosure requirements and prepare resources to keep leadership informed.


• Coordinate external reporting requirements with the global Sustainability and Social Impact team, HR and Legal teams.

Compliance, Risk & Assurance

• Ensure mapping of and compliance with local and national laws/regulations across regions.


• Partner with the Legal team on testing compliance readiness and disclosures to support legal compliance on all relevant Inclusion and Belonging topics.

What You'll Need:

• 5+ years in HR Operations, Inclusion and Belonging or related fields (global experience preferred).


• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Communications, or Multicultural Studies, Diversity Certification or equivalent experience.


• Demonstrated experience with process design and improvement.


• In depth knowledge on strategic integration of I&B in organizations.


• Excellent stakeholder management, able to work effectively in a matrix organization with other functions including HR, Legal, Commercial leads.


• Strong written communication (policy/process documentation, executive-ready reporting).


• Strong understanding of external frameworks for voluntary and mandatory disclosures and action related to organizational I&B.

Where You'll Work:

This is a hybrid-based role that will report out of our headquarters in Downers Grove, IL

Pay & Benefits:

• The salary range is $100,000 - $110,000. This role is also eligible for incentive pay.


• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be motivated by a variety of factors including the candidate’s meaningful experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.


• Available employee benefits include health, vision, and dental. We also provide 401k matching for retirement and flexible time off.

What You Can Expect: 

• Strong work/life flexibility


• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company


• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus and annual salary reviews


• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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