Director, Labor Relations

2 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada Nutrien Full time

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

Reporting to the Vice President, HRBP, NPKC, the Director, Labor Relations is responsible for developing and executing the global labor relations strategy for the organization. This role oversees the labor relations function across multiple regions and countries, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, managing collective bargaining processes, resolving labor disputes, and fostering positive labor-management relations.

What you will do:
  • Develop and implement labor relations strategies across the global organization that complies with the legal and regulatory frameworks.
  • Partner with senior management to ensure the organization’s labor relations policies and practices are aligned with business objectives and comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
  • Act as Nutrien Lead spokesperson in collective bargaining and ongoing negotiation of Letters of Understanding at all unionized sites, including preparation of proposals in conjunction with site administration, and approval of bargaining mandate in conjunction with Business Unit senior administration.
  • Oversee the overall collective bargaining strategy in preparation for and during all collective bargaining including coordination with HR Business Partners, COEs and HRSC functions mainly payroll, compensation and benefits.
  • Foster strong labor relations by developing positive working relationships with labor union leaders. This is done within a team framework with the HR Business Partners.
  • Liaise with the Integrity Department to provide direct investigations support as well as coordinate and support HR Business Partners in the delivery of on-time, quality investigations.
  • Act as a key subject matter expert, mentor and provide guidance to HR Business Partners and is responsible for coordination of our labor relations decisions regarding discipline, contract interpretation, policy interpretation and grievance resolutions.
  • Responsible for the development and coordination of delivery of education on Nutrien’s labor relations strategy, key labor and employee relations topics including relevant legislation to HR Business Partners and business leaders.
  • Participate in and coordinate all matters pertaining to labor relations up to and including grievance arbitrations and hearings regarding human rights, labor standards, occupational health and other employment-related matters.
  • Seek legal points of views on labor matters as needed, in conjunction, Legal department and/or outside legal counsel.
  • Lead and guide special projects regarding unionized team such as large-scale restructuring, down-sizing, lay-offs, etc.
  • Provide labor relations summaries to ELT and the board as needed and for annual reporting.
  • Guide development of various HR policies and procedures, in particular Attendance Management and Drug and Alcohol Policies.
  • Conduct due diligence and provide labor relations advice on mergers and acquisitions.
  • Model our core value of safety by leading and enabling a culture in which you and your team are actively contributing to a safe work environment.
  • Candidate will be required to travel.
What you will bring:
  • 15+ years of related experience in human resources with a majority in labor relations.
  • 5+ years progressive management and leadership experience.
  • Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or applicable discipline or equivalent work experience.
  • Professional designation in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or similar discipline preferred.
  • Extensive experience in unionized environments, grievance administration and collective bargaining.
  • Excellent communication and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively among across a variety of teams.
  • Thorough mentoring and coaching experience to business clients and peers with diverse levels of expertise.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in conflict resolution and relationship developing skills.
  • Excellent judgment and a strategic mindset.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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