Sr. Director Labor Relations (100% Remote Anywhere)
About the position Responsibilities • Direct labor relations activities, programs, and strategy implementation to achieve goals aligned with company objectives while fostering a “You Matter” culture where every associate feels valued and respected. • Serve as chief spokesperson in contract negotiations, representing the company and operationalizing labor policies that are both market-competitive and strategically aligned, while reinforcing a culture of inclusion and respect. • Provide advice and counsel in grievance-arbitration matters and occasionally act as company advocate in labor arbitration cases, ensuring consistent, fair, and equitable application of company policies and practices. • Manage the preparation and presentation of responses to charges under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) with integrity and transparency. • Stay current on labor relations trends, case law, and best practices in the distribution industry, integrating relevant insights that support both business objectives and associate engagement. • Drive excellence in negotiations by ensuring thorough preparation and successful execution of labor contracts that balance organizational needs with associate value and respect. • Assess and develop labor and employee relations training programs, in partnership with business leaders, to build organizational capability and reinforce a “You Matter” culture. • Other duties as assigned by manager. Requirements • Minimum of 7 years of labor relations experience, with relevant industry experience in retail, wholesale, manufacturing, consumer products, or distribution. • Minimum of 3 years of experience presenting cases before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). • Extensive experience in the development and execution of labor relations strategies. • Hands-on experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements and labor contracts. • Proven ability to work with and influence leaders at all levels, from frontline supervisors to C-Suite executives. • Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time (with an average of approximately 50% travel). • Bachelor's degree in related discipline required. Nice-to-haves • Law degree preferred. • Experience in leading labor relations within large, multi-site organizations. • Advanced knowledge of labor law and grievance-arbitration processes. • Track record of fostering a positive labor-management relationship and promoting a “You Matter” culture. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret labor trends and data to drive strategic decisions. • Proven ability to develop and mentor labor relations teams or HR professionals. • Experience managing high-profile or complex labor disputes with measurable outcomes. Benefits • Health insurance • Pre-tax spending accounts • Retirement benefits • Paid time off • Short-term and long-term disability • Employee stock purchase plan • Life insurance Apply tot his job