Labor Relations Manager

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Bimbo Bakeries Full time
Job Title: Labor Relations Manager

Bimbo Bakeries USA is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to support sales, manufacturing, and distribution operations by leading contract negotiations, providing day-to-day counseling, and participating in special project work.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Represent BBU as the chief spokesperson in collective bargaining with unions for multiple functions.
  • Provide strategic advice and counsel 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.
Requirements:
  • Highly motivated and competitive self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to lead through persuasion and influence in stressful situations and to earn the respect of business partners.
  • Critical thinker who can quickly identify issues and develop creative and strategic solutions.
  • Ability to manage in a complex matrix environment and build consensus with internal and external partners.
  • Willingness and ability to drive change that enables maximum operational efficiency and productivity in a competitive marketplace.
  • Ability to compile and analyze business data for purpose of formulating labor strategies and managing cost impact of proposals/settlement to business.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize competing business demands and capacity to delegate appropriately.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% with extended overnight travel required.
Education and Experience:
  • 3-6 years of experience in Human Relations, Labor Relations, or related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years hands-on labor relations experience.
  • Bargaining experience preferably in a manufacturing or sales environment. First chair preferred.
  • BA in Labor Relations, Human Relations, or related field. MA or JD preferred.


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