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QXO · 2 days ago

Director, Labor Relations

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

QXO is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and complementary building products in the United States, and they are seeking a Director of Labor Relations. This role leads the organization’s employee relations and labor strategy, focusing on union campaign preparedness, labor relations risk mitigation, and positive employee engagement while collaborating with various departments to ensure compliant practices.

Building MaterialBusiness IntelligenceLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementWholesale

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive labor relations strategy aligned with organizational goals

Serve as the primary point of contact for labor relations matters, including union leadership and external labor counsel

Advise executive leadership on labor risks, workforce trends, and collective bargaining strategies

Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local labor laws to ensure ongoing compliance

Lead and manage labor-related campaigns, including union organizing campaigns, contract campaigns, and workforce engagement initiatives

Design and execute campaign strategies that include messaging, stakeholder alignment, timeline management, and risk mitigation

Partner with internal communications, HR, legal, and operations teams to ensure consistent and compliant campaign execution

Analyze campaign effectiveness and adjust strategies based on real-time developments and data insights

Lead or support collective bargaining negotiations, including preparation of proposals, costing, and negotiation strategy

Oversee grievance administration, arbitration preparation, and dispute resolution processes

Ensure consistent application of collective bargaining agreements and labor policies across the organization

Build strong relationships with operational leaders to support effective labor relations at all levels

Train managers and leaders on labor relations best practices, lawful communications, and campaign readiness

Support proactive employee engagement initiatives to address workforce concerns and reduce labor-related risks

Identify, assess, and mitigate labor relations risks, including unfair labor practice exposure

Coordinate with legal counsel on investigations, hearings, and regulatory matters as needed

Maintain documentation and reporting related to labor relations activities and campaigns

Qualification

Labor relations strategyCollective bargainingLabor laws knowledgeUnion campaign managementStakeholder managementCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsStrategic thinkingCollaboration