At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation.  Our global team of associates is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Bringing the Future Faster by Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

Job Posting Title

Director Global Labor Relations

Job Description Summary

AAM has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated leader who will be responsible for and oversee all global labor relations activity! The Director of Global Labor Relations will build upon and lead a comprehensive and effective labor strategy, including continuing positive employee relations initiatives to strengthen the long-term relationship with its 20,000 + associates. The Director also advises and collaborates with senior leadership and members of the Human Resources team on applicable labor law, the current labor environment and legislative trends. This position will report to the Senior Vice President of Human Resources and is a key partner to operations leadership.

Job Description

• In partnership with the SVP of HR and Senior Leadership, lead AAM’s labor strategy.
• Leads risk assessment and mitigation, issue identification and resolution, and positive employee relations initiatives.
• Serves as the main point of contact for all union-related matters, including collective bargaining, organizing campaigns, petitions, mediation, arbitration and administrative charges.
• Partners with inside and outside legal counsel as necessary on union-related matters such as mediation, arbitration, administrative hearings, and trials.
• Develops and leads organizational response to union organizing campaigns and election petitions.
• Leads the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Coordinates the grievance process to ensure contractual rights are upheld.
• Prepares cases for arbitrations, administrative hearings, and trials.
• Responsible for providing guidance to corporate departments on business consolidations, outsourcing, and reductions in force which may implicate union workforce.
• Partners with global, field HR teams for regional labor relations strategy
• Provide direction to Human Resources and operating leadership on policy and CBA interpretation.
• Develops and provides training to Human Resources and leadership aimed at building internal capabilities on a wide range of labor/union-related subjects.
• Leads compliance with federal and state laws regarding labor-related matters.
• Communicates proactively on labor environment and legislative trends.

Required Skills and Education

• Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources or related field. Preferred Master's Degree in industrial Relations, labor relations or similar field.
• The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of increasingly responsible experience in Employee and Labor Relations working extensively with labor unions. The position has significant field-based responsibilities and may require local travel.
• 5 years of relevant experience in a project management, supervisory, or managerial capacity.
• Extensive experience with global unions, union organizing campaigns and works councils.
• Extensive experience negotiating Collective Bargaining Agreements.  Proven experience as First Chair in major contract negotiations.
• Extensive experience with resolution of grievances and the arbitration process.
• Ability to translate contracts to coach business leaders in resolving day-to-day issues.

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About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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