ER LR Manager

SONOCO CANADA; Merzenich; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sonoco, a global packaging leader, is seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional in Germany to develop and implement relations policies, handle employee grievances, and advise management on labor issues. You will conduct investigations, train managers, and collaborate with HR to improve engagement while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The role emphasizes compliance with labor laws, robust record-keeping, and proactive solutions to workplace challenges.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of employee or labor relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience conducting investigations and managing grievances.
• Proficiency in HR software and MS Office.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement employee relations policies and procedures.
• Serve as a contact for employee concerns and grievances; conduct investigations and resolve conflicts.
• Advise management on labor relations issues, including contracts and compliance.
• Collaborate with HR and management to improve engagement and retention.
• Conduct training for managers and employees on conflict resolution, labor laws, and policies.
• Monitor and analyze employee relations trends and develop proactive solutions.
• Maintain records of cases with confidentiality and compliance.

Kenntnisse

Employee relations

Labor law knowledge

Investigation skills

Communication

Discretion with confidential info

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

About Sonoco Consumer Packaging EMEA/APAC

Sonoco is a global packaging company providing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions to leading consumer brands worldwide. Across EMEA and APAC, our Consumer Packaging business includes more than 60 manufacturing sites in 20 countries, serving customers through a strong local presence, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainability.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and implement employee relations policies and procedures to ensure a fair and consistent approach to managing employee issues.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, conducting thorough investigations and resolving conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
• Advise management on labor relations issues, including contract negotiations, labor disputes, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and management teams to develop and implement strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Conduct training sessions for managers and employees on topics such as conflict resolution, labor laws, and company policies.
• Monitor and analyze employee relations trends to identify areas for improvement and develop proactive solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases and ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements.
• Additional Responsibilities as Assigned.

We'd love to hear from you if

• Prefer Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in employee relations or labor relations, with a proven track record of managing complex employee issues.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees and management.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in conducting investigations and managing employee grievances.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

#LI-FC1 Founded in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world's best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of Better Packaging. Better Life., we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

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