Albertsons Companies, Inc.

Manager Labor Relations

Albertsons Companies, Inc. • $80K — $95K *
Phoenix, AZ 85032In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • College degree or equivalent experience; HR training or certification preferred.
  • Significant managerial experience in HR/Labor Relations.
  • Extensive business-related managerial experience.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Exceptional negotiation and mediation abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in computer skills, particularly Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Acts as a resource for management and associates regarding company policies and labor laws.
  • Facilitates grievance meetings and serves as a communication link with unions.
  • Conducts research and prepares documentation for grievance meetings and hearings.
  • Resolves employee complaints within company policy and union contracts.
  • Works with management to implement legally required accommodations.
  • Coordinates investigations for grievances and evaluates investigative reports.
  • Documents labor relations activities for accurate record-keeping.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and HR certification support.
  • Access to a collaborative work environment with management and union entities.
  • Potential for involvement in high-stakes negotiation and conflict resolution.
  • Flexible travel arrangements depending on area requirements.
Full Job Description
Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

Acts as a resource and provides guidance to management and associates on issues that arise in the workplace by interpreting, applying, and administering company policies, labor contacts, and labor and employment laws.

Coordinates internal investigations and handles grievances under the direction of in-house counsel, answers questions, resolves problems and serves as facilitator to reach resolution.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  • Advises Division management and Division HR on discipline and policy interpretation regarding all actions affecting pay, demotions, disciplinary transfers, disciplinary warnings, terminations, and other related actions for hourly associates.
  • Serves as communications link with the company and the unions by coordinating and participating in grievance meetings and by responding to information requests.
  • Conducts research and prepares required analysis, reports, and documentation for grievance meetings, information requests, general communication issues with unions and testifying at grievance hearings.
  • Responds to employee complaints that can be resolved within company policy, procedures and union contracts.
  • Works with management, HR, Division Counsel, and employees to implement ADA and other legally required accommodations and facilitate interactive processes.
  • Responds to leave of absence issues, conducts research and determines best course of action within guidelines.
  • Coordinates investigations of grievance, hotline cases, and evaluates Asset Protection's investigative report and resolves or makes recommendation to management.
  • Documents labor relations activities ensuring that files are accurate and that a history exists and is kept up-to-date. Maintains all related documentation.
  • Prepares memos regarding anticipated prospective and retroactive wage and benefit improvements.
  • Provides assistance in contract negotiation by conducting research, compiling information and documentation, taking notes and providing advice on issues to be addressed with union.
  • Develops resolution on labor relations issues within company policy and/or union contract for grievances, charges, contract interpretation, and discipline up to salaried exempt and office hourly. Refers to Human Resources in situations when policy questions are not contractual in nature, and for recommended training, performance management, comp administration, discipline for salaried exempt & office (DM & above).
  • Assists with union avoidance work by conducting research, preparing documentation, and meeting with associates.
  • Refers issues to Shared Services as appropriate for handling (payroll, benefits, compensation, or HR records).
  • Assist legal counsel with witness coordination, and record and information research.
  • Works with union trust administrators to coordinate contributions.


PEOPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct:

No direct supervisory responsibilities

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Education Level:
  • College degree or equivalent work experience. Human Resources training or certification preferred.


Experience Level:
  • Significant HR/LR related managerial experience where a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, practices, and procedures have been developed.
  • Significant business related experience on a managerial level.


Skills and Experiences:
  • Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills to speak effectively and persuasively on issues and lead focus groups.
  • Strong mediation skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to independently conduct research and prepare materials for presentations.
  • Under minimal supervision applies a broad knowledge to respond to the difficult HR/LR issues.
  • Strong computer skills including Outlook, PowerPoint, spreadsheets and file management.
  • TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel varies by area


PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
  • Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
  • Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
  • Incumbent may use calculators, computer telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
  • Incumbent could spend time traveling on multiple days throughout the Division visiting retail units, attending hearings and arbitration, etc.
  • Must have own transportation and be available for overnight travel.


Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

About Albertsons Companies, Inc.

Albertsons Companies, Inc. Careers

Join the vibrant team at Albertsons Companies, Inc., a leading name in the retail industry, where job opportunities abound and career growth is not just a possibility but a promise. As one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive culture that thrives on diversity, innovation, and leadership.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted development programs and leadership training. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package, which supports both personal and professional development. Additionally, our diversity training ensures that everyone, from interns to executives, understands and values the richness that different perspectives bring to our company.

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Our employees are our greatest asset, and we empower each one to contribute ideas that drive change and improve our operations. Albertsons Companies, Inc. is not just a company; it’s a community where each member’s input is valued and where every job role is essential to our collective success.

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Size
300,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
* Ladders Estimates

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