Highest ranking employee relations employee within a multi-national organization Vast autonomy and a comprehensive compensation package About Our Client A renowned organization within the FMGC/food & beverage space. Job Description Lead enterprise-wide labor relations strategy, including collective bargaining negotiations and union engagement. Advise executive and operational leaders on labor relations, employee relations, investigations, discipline, organizational change, and workforce planning. Oversee grievance management, arbitration preparation, contract interpretation, and labor-related legal matters. Develop proactive employee relations strategies that promote engagement, trust, retention, and organizational effectiveness. Establish governance frameworks, playbooks, training programs, and reporting tools to drive consistency and accountability across locations. Partner closely with HR, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Total Rewards teams to support effective workforce management and business performance. Monitor labor and employment law trends and translate regulatory requirements into practical business solutions. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant A successful VP of Employee Relations should have: 15+ years of progressive experience in labor relations, employee relations, human resources, employment law, or a related field. Significant experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, distribution, logistics, or other multi-site operational environments. Demonstrated first chair success leading collective bargaining negotiations and managing union relationships. Strong expertise in grievance handling, arbitrations, workplace investigations, and employee relations matters. Ability to travel up to 70% of the time. Strategic yet hands-on leadership style with the ability to influence at both the executive and site levels. What's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from $225,000 - $275,000 dependent on experience. Annual bonus of 30% + long-term incentives 401k match, PTO, and medical benefits. Interested in leading employee relations for a large multinational organization? Apply today!