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KeHE Distributors · 2 days ago

Sr Manager, Labor Relations

Naperville, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$115K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

KeHE Distributors is a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor committed to good living and good service. The Sr. Manager, Labor Relations will develop and execute labor relations avoidance strategies, support CBA negotiations, and foster a positive labor relations culture within the organization.

AgricultureConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageHealth CareLifestyleRetail

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of positive employee relations strategies to maintain a union-free environment

Support union negotiations and contract administration

Monitor workplace climate and employee sentiment to identify and address potential labor issues early

Train leaders on positive employee relations strategies in partnership with corporate, Operations and HR leaders

Analyze workforce data to identify trends and recommend improvements in engagement, retention, and productivity

Conducts investigations and provides guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management

Support training programs to enhance leadership capabilities across all supported functions

Lead HR initiatives related to organizational change, network projects, and system implementations

Change Management leadership; ability to adapt HR strategies into actionable initiatives that achieve sustainable business results

Qualification

Labor relations experienceUnion avoidance strategiesData analysis proficiencyHR best practicesLeadership skillsProject executionChange managementEmployee sentiment monitoringTraining program supportCBA negotiationsPerformance managementInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsConflict resolutionPresentation skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role within distribution, warehouse, retail, ecommerce, and /or transportation

5+ years of experience in labor relations, union avoidance, mitigation strategies, and/or unionized environments

Strong knowledge of employee laws and HR best practices

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

Must be able to travel 30%-50%

Ability to occasionally work nights and weekends