Labor Relations Manager

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Labor Relations Manager
The candidate will be responsible for: Represent BBU as the chief spokesperson in collective bargaining with unions for multiple functions. Provide strategic advice and counsel, as well as tactical guidance, to internal stakeholders in support of business priorities. Effectively model and understand the cost impact related to bargaining proposals/contract settlements. Collect and analyze internal and external data for use in developing labor strategy and formulating bargaining proposals. Provide coaching, guidance and training to build and promote best practices in the area of contract administration and labor-management relations. Work closely with business leaders to proactively respond to shifting business needs and associated labor implications. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with union counterparts to support mutually beneficial initiatives and resolve disputes and grievances. Direct multi-functional teams in preparation of negotiations. Draft precise and effective internal and external communications. Assist in preparing for arbitrations and other legal or administrative agency hearings. Serve as Company trustee on multi-employer health and welfare and pension funds. Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% with extended overnight travel required. Should have 2-6 years of experience in the labor relations field. Bargaining experience preferably in a manufacting or sales enviorment. First chair preferred. Must have BA in Labor Relations, Human Relations or related field. MA or JD preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.

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