Michelin is hiring!
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THE OPPORTUNITY
Michelin has an immediate opening in for an Assistant Director of Labor Relations who will be responsible for handling all aspects of the Company’s relationship with the unions representing Michelin employees and for creating and driving a positive employee relations strategy for the union-free sites and areas. This role will serve as the chief labor relations negotiator for the Company.
Michelin’s purpose is to support everyone’s right to move freely to find their better way forward. This role is a member of the team that is responsible for oversight of all employee and labor relations policies and processes within the North America region. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us!
This opportunity is at our North American Corporate Headquarters in Greenville, SC. Greenville is situated just about halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Greenville's friendly, thriving downtown and surrounding areas are full of year-round activities for all ages. From one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and art galleries to museums, tours and many outdoor activities, Greenville is a fabulous place to visit and live. Our campus features a cafeteria, credit union, trademark store and health center.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
Lead a cross-functional team during issues-based negotiations and regular interim meetings with unions.
Develop and implement a labor relations strategy to support North America business ambitions of remaining union-free, particularly in our industrial locations, including transformation of current approach, development of campaign response and other mitigation plans, management training, communications, etc.
Advise the region and global leadership teams of external trends and/or workplace shifts that could impact the business.
Collaborate with Industry leaders, Legal, Communications and Community and Government Relations on relevant issues/topics.
Travel approximately 25% throughout the US and Canada.
WHAT WILL YOU BRING
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent proven experience (5-10 years). Master's degree or other advanced degree preferred.
Strong issues-based negotiation skills and experience with union campaigns, particularly where the union vote was defeated
Strong facilitation, coaching/mentoring and collaboration skills
Managerial and/or leadership experience (particularly in manufacturing environments) is preferred; experience working in multinational companies is helpful
Ability to work collaboratively at all levels in the organization from the strategic planning with executive teams to individual facility management teams
Proven experience with human resources policies, collective bargaining agreement management, and people-related processes, particularly with compensation and benefits systems and retirement plan management.
Solid understanding of US labor and employment law; knowledge of Canada labor and employment law is helpful
Strategic skills with leverage of analytics are preferred.
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As the leading mobility company, we work with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing our clients’ mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for our customers’ needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing our expertise to new markets, we invest in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide a variety of industries—from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 23,000 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada.
MICHELIN® tires have been ranked the #1 Tire Brand across major categories and segments by industry experts and consumers alike. For nearly three decades we’ve been recognized for our achievements in Customer Satisfaction, Performance, Durability, Technology and Innovation.
Michelin cares for the personal and professional development of its employees. We support career advancement through various options, which include: skill and career development, training, career exploration and work with cross-functional teams. We offer the possibility of a varied and fulfilling career path in an environment where unique contributions are valued.
Michelin offers 10 Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which are all-inclusive groups created and led by employees who have shared life experiences across various diversity dimensions. Each group supports business strategies and initiatives along with meeting the needs of members. The goal of each group is to help employees feel welcome and included, support employee engagement and encourage professional development. BRGs also provide cross-cultural support, career management resources and opportunities for community involvement.
Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at accommodations@michelin.com.
This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.
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