Sr Manager Employee Relations (automotive)

TRCTalent is working alongside a global automotive manufacturer in Savannah, GA seeking an Employee Relations/Head of Department for a cutting-edge EV facility. This is a fully onsite role. Key qualifications include Employee Relations and/or HR experience in an automotive OEM or supplier based (foreign manufacturer preferred), bachelor's degree or higher, experience developing/implementing employee relations programs. Overall, they seek an individual who has knowledge of creating and executing ER programs such as morale programs, has experience working both on and off the floor, and has good interpersonal skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides vision and critical leadership to manage the Employee Relations function in support of the values, mission, and culture.

Ensures alignment of Employee Relations strategies, processes and practices with needs of business by partnering with HR and legal department in developing solutions that meet company and division needs.

Oversees centralized Employee Relations Department. Leads Employee Relations overall operations, (i.e., employees, budget, workflow, assignments, etc.). Accountable for performing all functions related to supervising a staff including interviewing and hiring, training and coaching, evaluating performance, approval personnel actions such as pay increases, promotions, transfers and/or taking disciplinary action, etc.

Ensures effective recording of ER data to help identify emerging internal trends and insights regarding employee issues.

Implements an Employee Relations strategy that effectively engages and inspires a workforce to deliver their best performance.

Directs and advises company leadership regarding interpretation and administration of corporate policies, investigations and discipline.

Develops positive business relationships with employees and key executive stakeholders through ensuring that employee relations issues are addressed in a comprehensive and collaborative manner.

Communicates strategically with HR and other relevant stakeholders to exchange information, collaborate on work, and direct inquiries as necessary.

Performs other occasional tasks/duties related to the job.

Qualifications & Preferences

Experience developing and implementing employee relations plans for large scale manufacturing operations

Minimum 12-15 years of relevant years of experience in Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources.

Expert level experience in Employee Relations - Able to demonstrate outcomes that have led actionable and supportive plans.

Knowledge of employment and labor laws (Federal and State).

Experience with Microsoft Office products or equivalent applications

Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future

Exposure to collective bargaining negotiations, labor relations administration, and/or employment-related grievances, complaints and/or arbitrations.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources Management or related field (advanced degree and SPHR/PHR certification preferred)

Travel Requirement

Domestic / International travel required.