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At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity.  As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture - visit VF Careers or www.vfc.com.

What will you do?

The Employee Relations Senior Manager is responsible for managing employee relations programs and services across the various VF businesses. This role requires a strategic professional who is able to influence senior leaders on risks, themes and people development plans. Leveraging strong working relationships, quickly and efficiently mitigate conflicts, conduct complex investigations, interviewing involved parties in potential policy violations or performance concerns and implement resolutions. You deliver exceptional customer service and collaborate across HR and Legal departments to uphold laws, regulations, and requirements. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

Lead and develop a team of advisors and senior advisors engaged in administering employee relations programs.

Develop and enhance employee relations programs to ensure compliance with company policies and practices.

Ensure consistent implementation of human resource policies and procedures.

Coach, guide and support advisors in their investigations and ensure a formal, consistent approach among the team to investigate and respond to employee questions, concerns and grievances.

Conduct internal investigations on workplace situations based on allegations of violations of VF Code of Conduct and policies, grievances and poor performance complains within assigned region/area.

Maintain employee relations records, including through case notes and resources and ensure your team follows similar processes and guidelines.

Provide employees with support and guidance to address their concerns in areas including teamwork, communication, and leadership among others.

Support leaders with employee development and corrective action by providing guidance on coaching, counseling, and performance management.

Provide reporting data, trends, and recommendations to aligned stakeholders.

Responsible for preparing and delivering separation documents to employees leaving involuntarily.

Maintain confidentiality and professional relationships in dealing with sensitive and confidential information and situations.

Partner with peers include HRBPs, HRIS, payroll, business leaders, legal partners, and other subject matter experts across the organization.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 8 + years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or related fields; A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Years of progressive experience with three years of managerial experience

Strong organization and communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimal day to day guidance.

Proven ability to resolve issues that are differing, but related, but that require strong analytical problem-solving experience to identify cause and develop solutions.

Resourceful and communicative, with the ability to interpret and explain information to differing audiences of all levels within the organization.

Strong understanding of labor and employment laws

Experience in conflict resolution, investigations protocol and practices.

Location requirement: Hybrid, in office 3 days out of the week.

What do we offer you?

At VF, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about VF’s benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about VF’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vfc.com.

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Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.