Labor Negotiator

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo, one of the most iconic and recognized consumer brands around the globe! With net revenues of over $65 billion and almost 300,000 employees worldwide, PepsiCo’s approach at work is full strength – never settling for second best.

 

PepsiCo is known for raising the bar with each new endeavor. We are not just committed to winning as individuals but winning as a team. We Perform With Purpose. Because of that commitment, our HR function is an essential piece of our strategic vision. That means PepsiCo is equally committed to helping people lead healthier lives AND providing a safe and inclusive work environment for our employees to grow personally and professionally.

 

Are you ready to influence leaders across the organization with the insight and impact? Are you passionate about developing world-class talent? Come take a seat at the table to help contribute to the innovation and unparalleled success of PepsiCo! We're excited to see what we can accomplish when your skills, ideas and perspectives meet our dynamic team.

 

PepsiCo Beverages North America is seeking a Labor Director - Negotiator.  The primary focus of role is negotiating labor contracts throughout the United States focused on language pertaining to the transformation project. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Labor Relations. The Labor Director - Negotiator acts as chief negotiator representing the company in collective bargaining involving multiple contracts throughout the country and will be responsible for negotiating multiple contracts at one time. 

The Labor Director - Negotiator is responsible for achieving the transformation project’s labor objectives. This position requires a high level of influence and persuasion with the Divisions, as well as market unit leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing working, professional relationships with local and national union leaders to create alignment, resolve issues, achieve the Company’s objectives in relation to the transformation project, and conclude the bargaining process amicably.

Responsibilities

·  Developing and implementing bargaining strategy
·  Determining issues and positions
·  Drafting contract proposals and contract language
·  Understanding benefits plans and programs, preparation and/or review of compensation and financial analyses
·  Negotiating mid-term agreements
·  Interpreting labor contracts
·  Handling or assisting with grievances and arbitrations relating to the transformation project
·  Advising and coordinating with sector and field HR staff on labor and employee relations initiatives and issues relating to the transformation project

Compensation & Benefits:

·  The expected compensation range for this position is between $113,300 - $226,600 based on a full-time schedule.
·  Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
·  Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 25% of annual salary paid out annually.
·  and an additional target payout of 10% of annual salary is paid out over 3 years following the end of the performance period.
·  Long term incentive equity may be awarded based on eligibility and performance.
·  Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
·  In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

 

Qualifications

·  Knowledge of labor law, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), and labor relations principles, practices, procedures, strategies, and trends including those relating to the duty to bargain in good faith, contract negotiation, contract interpretation, union organizing, and dispute resolution, such that the person in position is considered a Subject Matter Expert.
·  Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of human resources administration as applied to labor relations’ issues/problems.
·  Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, administrative rules, and guidelines pertaining to labor relations/benefits administration/employment law including the Fair Labor Standards Act.
·  Knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends in benefits administration.
·  Knowledge of grievance and interest arbitration hearing procedures and principles in a contested case environment.
·  Excellent oral and written communication skills.
·  Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
·  Ability to develop, draft, interpret, and administer contract provisions that are both compliant with the NLRA and help to achieve the company’s business objectives.
·  Ability to effectively represent the company during bargaining sessions, grievance sessions, arbitration, and administrative proceedings.
·  Ability to analyze facts and make sound decisions based on evidence presented and applicable contract laws, rules, and precedents.
·  Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict through persuasion, influence, and negotiation.
·  Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management executives, department heads, mid- and lower-level management, bargaining unit representatives, employees, and representatives from community/regulatory agencies.
·  Ability to influence the work of others.
·  Due to the national scope of this position extensive travel is required, the timing and duration of which is dependent on negotiation needs and the course negotiations take.  Travel estimate is 60% overall.
EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

 

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

 

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available  EEO is the Law  &  EEO is the Law Supplement  documents. View  PepsiCo EEO Policy .

 

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