Sr. Director Labor Relations (100% Virtual Remote)

Lead labor relations activities, programs, and strategy implementation to achieve goals aligned with company objectives while fostering a "You Matter" culture. Serve as chief spokesperson in contract negotiations, representing the company and operationalizing labor policies that are both market-competitive and strategically aligned. Provide advice and counsel in grievance-arbitration matters and occasionally act as company advocate in labor arbitration cases, ensuring consistent, fair, and equitable application of company policies and practices. Manage the preparation and presentation of responses to charges under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) with integrity and transparency. Stay current on labor relations trends, case law, and best practices in the distribution industry, integrating relevant insights that support both business objectives and associate engagement. Drive excellence in negotiations by ensuring thorough preparation and successful execution of labor contracts that balance organizational needs with associate value and respect. Assess and develop labor and employee relations training programs, in partnership with business leaders, to build organizational capability and reinforce a "You Matter" culture. This role partners closely with Executive Leadership, Supply Chain, Field Operational leadership, Human Resources, Legal, and Finance. External collaboration includes union representatives, the NLRB, external labor counsel, industry associations, and consultants. The position is 100% remote anywhere in the U.S. except Hawaii or United States Territories, with an expectation of up to 75% travel.