Senior Director, Labor Relations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee labor relations initiatives, programs, and the execution of strategies that align with company goals and the “You Matter” culture.

• Act as the primary spokesperson during collective bargaining and contract negotiations.

• Offer guidance and support in grievance-arbitration issues and occasionally represent the company in labor arbitration proceedings.

• Manage the preparation and delivery of responses to charges under the National Labor Relations Act.

• Keep track of labor relations trends, case law, and best practices within the distribution industry.

• Lead the development and implementation of labor contracts.

• Evaluate and create labor and employee relations training programs in collaboration with business leaders.

• Collaborate with executive leadership, supply chain teams, field operations, HR, legal, and finance departments.

• Work together with union representatives, the NLRB, external labor counsel, industry associations, and consultants.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 7 years of labor relations experience in sectors such as retail, wholesale, manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience presenting cases to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

• Significant experience in developing and implementing labor relations strategies.

• Practical experience in negotiating collective bargaining agreements and labor contracts.

• Capability to work with and influence leaders ranging from frontline supervisors to C-Suite executives.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time, with an average of about 50% travel.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

• Advanced understanding of labor law and grievance-arbitration processes.

• Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in interpreting labor trends and data.

• Capacity to develop and mentor labor relations teams or HR professionals.

• Experience managing high-profile or complex labor disputes with measurable results.

• A law degree is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual incentive plan bonus.

• Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).

• Health insurance.

• Pre-tax spending accounts.

• Retirement benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Short-term disability.

• Long-term disability.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Life insurance.