Human Resources and Labor Relations Leader - Onsite

DuPont•Buffalo, NY

15d•Onsite

About The Position

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers Job Summary DuPont is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven HR and Labor Relations Leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building high-performance cultures. This role is ideal for a dynamic communicator and strategic thinker who can influence across all levels of the organization, drive labor relations excellence, and foster a workplace built on trust, transparency, and collaboration. This is an onsite position. Candidates must live within a commutable distance to the site or be willing to relocate to the area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong background in labor relations
Proven success in strategic HR planning and execution.
Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communications.
Ability to lead with energy, resilience, and a people-first mindset.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree

Responsibilities

Develop and execute forward-thinking HR strategies aligned with business goals.
Lead workforce planning, talent development, and organizational design initiatives.
Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across all HR practices.
Serve as the primary liaison for labor relations for the site.
Lead contract negotiations, grievance resolutions, and labor strategy development.
Build proactive labor relations programs that promote employee engagement and minimize conflict.
Engage as a strategic partner and consultant with leaders to maximize performance of the organization.
Act as a trusted advisor to leadership providing clear, confident counsel on HR matters.
Drive transparent, two-way communication across all levels of the organization.
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement enterprise-wide HR programs and key initiatives such as:
Cultivate strong partnerships with employees, managers, union representatives, and external stakeholders.