- Ensure that action plans related to the establishment of best practices for grievance handling, EEO complaints, Ethic Point inquires, Exit Interview Surveys and Associate Insight Surveys are established
- Work diligently with management to promote harmonious labor relations
- Ensure required labor and employee relations training is conducted for the division/business unit
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state labor and employment laws
- Ensure calls to the Ethics Point Hotline are investigated and brought to closure in a timely manner
- Identify trends associated to establish actions to improve our overall associate relations
- Administer any local reorganization, layoffs or reduction in force situations and helps coordinate associate relations activities related to new projects
- Educate and advise management in the administration of progressive discipline
- Administer grievance and complaint resolution processes with focus on resolving grievances at the �informal� step of the grievance process
- Work with Legal and, upon request, represent company in labor/employment or legal matters and in litigation initiated by associates through local unions, governmental agencies and civil disputes
- Support labor agreement negotiations and provide appropriate information for negotiations
- Maintain current information within operating area of union and non-union organizations
- Maintain copy of all competitive contracts and area information related to area contracts and competition
- Travel up to 50% of time to support business units
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualifications Minimum
- 3+ years of Labor or comparable experience
- Excellent written/oral communication and planning/organizational skills
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Self-motivated with strong initiative to achieve high standards/results
- Strong team player who has the ability to assist in building teams and motivate others
- Demonstrated ability to protect highly confidential and sensitive information
- Strong Microsoft suite experience
Desired
- Bachelor's Degree
- Any successful store/assistant store leader experience
About Us
What you’ll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Jobs at King Soopers: To support and reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor.
Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates:
Health & Well-being Benefits:
- Health care benefits
- Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Financial Benefits
- Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Group term life insurance eligible
- Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
- Potential eligibility for restricted stock
- Associate discounts
Growth and Development Benefits:
- Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
- Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career
We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!
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What We Do
Kroger distributes and merchandises food, pharmacy, health and personal care items, seasonal merchandise, and related products and services.
