Hybrid ER Leader: Employee & Labor Relations

Cox Automotive; Manheim (PA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation policy

Paid holidays

Wellness time off

Job summary

Cox Automotive seeks a Senior Manager, Employee & Labor Relations to oversee the Employee Relations investigation function and lead a team of ER professionals across the U.S. The role focuses on proactive labor relations strategy, guiding managers, and partnering with legal and communications to implement readiness plans.

The position requires experience with unions, data-driven insights, and the ability to travel up to 15% and work in a hybrid/remote setup for eligible locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline with 8+ years in Employee/Labor Relations.
• 3+ years leading and directing others' work with performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. labor and employment laws, NLRA rules.
• Experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Employee Relations professionals.
• Conduct sensitive investigations and provide guidance on outcomes.
• Identify trends and support programs to improve engagement and relations.
• Work with Employment Counsel and Communications on readiness plans.
• Support negotiations and renegotiation of collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

Team leadership

Employee relations

Labor relations

Investigation skills

Communication

Strategic thinking

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Cox Automotive seeks a Senior Manager, Employee & Labor Relations to oversee the Employee Relations investigation function and lead a team of ER professionals across the U.S. The role focuses on proactive labor relations strategy, guiding managers, and partnering with legal and communications to implement readiness plans.

The position requires experience with unions, data-driven insights, and the ability to travel up to 15% and work in a hybrid/remote setup for eligible locations.