Labor Relations Manager - Remote (U.S.)

Corn Refiners Association; Decatur (IL); Remote; USD 92,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental and social wellness

Job summary

ADM is seeking a seasoned Labor Relations Manager to provide strategic leadership across North America. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, Human Resources, and site management teams in developing and implementing labor and employee relations strategies that support business goals while fostering a positive employee experience.

The position leads labor relations initiatives, supports employee relations related to collective activity, negotiates collective bargaining

Qualifications

• Seven years of progressive labor relations experience.
• Experience leading collective bargaining negotiations.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as business needs require.
• Strong knowledge of labor law.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with business goals.
• Serve as chief spokesperson and lead negotiator for collective bargaining.
• Develop and facilitate leadership training focused on positive employee relations in union environments.
• Evaluate workforce data and conduct climate assessments to improve employee experience.
• Partner with HR, Legal, Operations, Communications and external counsel; ensure CBAs/compliance.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Labor Relations Manager - Remote (U.S.)

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Human Resources

Job Description

Position Summary

ADM is seeking a seasoned Labor Relations Manager to provide strategic labor relations leadership across North America. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, Human Resources, and site management teams in developing and implementing labor and employee relations strategies that support business goals while fostering a positive employee experience. The position is responsible for leading labor relations initiatives, providing employee relations support related to collective employee activity, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, grievance handling, conducting site assessments, facilitating leadership development, and utilizing workforce analytics to identify organizational opportunities and risks.

Job Responsibilities

Labor Relations Strategy and Union Activity

• Develop and lead company communications and presentations related to labor relations and workforce representation activities.
• Develop and execute labor relations strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with leadership teams to identify and manage labor relations, organizational, and workforce-related risks.

Collective Bargaining and Contract Administration

• Serve as chief spokesperson and lead negotiator for collective bargaining negotiations.
• Develop bargaining proposals, negotiation strategies, and contingency plans.
• Provide guidance regarding contract interpretation, grievance handling, mediation, and arbitration.

Leadership Development and Training

• Develop and facilitate leadership training focused on positive employee relations and lawful communication strategies.
• Develop and facilitate leadership training on effective management in unionized environments.
• Coach leaders on investigations, performance management, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes.

Employee Relations and Site Assessments

• Evaluate workforce data, engagement insights, and organizational indicators to anticipate employee relations challenges and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Conduct employee relations climate assessments and recommended proactive solutions to improve the employee experience.
• Support complex employee relations investigations and corrective action recommendations.

Organizational Partnership and Compliance

• Partner with HR, Legal, Operations, Communications and external counsel.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in labor relations, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Advanced degree is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum seven years of progressive labor relations experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading collective bargaining negotiations, supporting proactive and reactive employee and labor relations matters and facilitating leadership training.

Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance management, arbitration, and labor law.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, facilitation, analytical, and communication skills.

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 50% as business needs require.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$91,500 - $198,000

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits and Perks

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

114570BR