Labor Relations Director Position Available In St. Louis City, Missouri

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Labor Relations Director is responsible for the negotiation and administration of the company’s collective bargaining agreements. Also serves as a resource for store and facility management teams on collective bargaining agreement interpretation and application. This role requires 4 days in office for up to 6 months to learn the role and then will be able to shift to 3 days a week in office and 2 days remote. This role is located in St Louis, Missouri.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Negotiates designated collective bargaining agreements, sometimes autonomously; keeping the Sr. Director Labor Relations advised of progress of negotiations and any potential barriers to the successful negotiations. Prepares proposals during contract negotiations in support of Company goals and operating needs. Administers the collective bargaining agreements with full decision-making authority. Coordinates with relevant departments changes/revisions of newly negotiated collective bargaining agreements, e.g. Payroll, Workday, Operations, etc). Serves as a contact to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and/or company policies. Reviews and provides input into the prepared labor cost projections as necessary to negotiate collective bargaining agreements. Serve as Trustee/Alternate Trustee on Multi-Employer Welfare and Pension Trust Funds as designated. Responds to inquiries of teammates and department managers, advises store and facility management teams and division managers of relevant contract terms, resolves disputes, interprets policies, and ensures compliance with relevant laws in their area of responsibility. Manages grievance/dispute, store and facility teammate discipline and termination termination decisions. Collaborates with the Legal Department on all aspects of the grievance process including mediation and arbitrations as needed. Provides guidance and training on Labor Relations issues to Labor Relations team, HRBP’s, and Operations as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree Minimum Years of Experience:

5-8 years labor experience; with 3-5 years of experience independently negotiating labor contracts.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge Advanced collective bargaining agreement negotiation techniques Advanced knowledge of dispute resolution techniques Knowledge of labor budgeting processes Knowledge of multi-employer health and welfare and pension plan concepts and practices Knowledge of NLRA and other applicable laws and regulations Skills & Abilities Ability to quickly learn the company’s collective bargaining agreements and company policies Effective verbal and written communication skills Computer skills. Special emphasis of knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required Problem solving skills and analytical/mathematical skills Advanced relationship building skills Highly organized and has an ability to multitask at a high level

FORMAL POLICY SETTING

Makes recommendations to management – Formally responsible for making recommendations to management regarding policies and procedures associated with one’s department or division.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Walking Primarily sitting Standing Primarily sitting Lifting Up to 25 lbs Travel 0 – 10% Work Environment Primarily office environment with visits to store, facilities, and union offices as needed. Out-of-town travel required. Primarily M-F work hours, with responses as needed outside of normal business hours. Minimal out-of-town travel require The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. Additional Requirements –

Internal Candidates:

Store/Facility Teammates:

minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.

Store Support Center Teammates:

minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred. Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline). If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance. Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. From the exciting, fast-paced store environment to manufacturing and production facilities, Schnucks offers career opportunities for talented teammates who want to work for a friendly, family-oriented company. It’s easy to see why you should work for

Schnucks:

Friendly, Fast-Paced Environment Teammate Discount after Qualifying Period Chance To Advance. Schnucks has a strong tradition of promoting from within. Many teammates who started working with us have grown with us, as their part-time jobs became long-term careers. Schnucks is successful because we value our teammates as much as our customers. Schnucks is one of the top 100 privately owned companies and one of the top 10 privately owned supermarket chains nationwide.