Labor Relations Manager - Remote (U.S.)

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

4d • Remote

About The Position

ADM is seeking a seasoned Labor Relations Manager to provide strategic labor relations leadership across North America. The role advises business leaders, Human Resources, and site management teams on labor and employee relations strategies that support business goals and foster a positive employee experience. The position leads labor relations initiatives, supports employee relations matters related to collective employee activity, negotiates collective bargaining agreements, handles grievances, conducts site assessments, facilitates leadership development, and uses workforce analytics to identify organizational opportunities and risks.

This is a full-time, exempt-level position with the ability to travel up to 50% as business needs require. ADM requires successful completion of a background check. The position is at-will. The expected pay range is referenced in the posting but no range amounts are provided.

ADM describes itself as a global leader in human and animal nutrition and an agricultural origination and processing company. It states that sustainability is part of its commitment and that it aims to enrich quality of life worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 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.
• Extensive knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance management, arbitration, and labor law.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, facilitation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as business needs require.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in labor relations, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• An advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Serve as chief spokesperson and lead negotiator for collective bargaining negotiations.
• Develop bargaining proposals, negotiation strategies, and contingency plans.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation, grievance handling, mediation, and arbitration.
• 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.
• Evaluate workforce data, engagement insights, and organizational indicators to anticipate employee relations challenges and recommend interventions.
• Conduct employee relations climate assessments and recommend proactive solutions to improve the employee experience.
• Support complex employee relations investigations and corrective action recommendations.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
• On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
• Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
• 401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
• Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Workers’ compensation.
• Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off, including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior