Social Relations Manager with international context at Stryker

Pusignan, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years professional experience
3+ years significant HR or employment law experience in region
Fluent in English and Fluent on negotiation level in French
Very strong knowledge and experience in French Labor law
Experience in collaborating with unions and works councils
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, ideally a degree in Business, Human Resources, Legal or related field
Demonstrated excellence in customer relations and building strong and influential relationships
Problem solving skills and proactive service orientation
Proven ability to drive programs, lead people through change and meet deliverables in a complex environment
Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and in a rapidly changing regulatory and business environment
Demonstrated ability to work on highly confidential matters and to maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality
Preferred
Project Management experience
Global leadership and/or US multinational experience
Experience in the development of policies, training materials and employment communication

Responsibilities

Serve as the country liaison for all Workplace Practices (WP) matters in France
Closely interact and align with Business Facing and other HR entities in France
Design and drive or coordinate Workplace Practice initiatives for France
Act as hub to coordinate Work Council (WC) / Union information/negotiation on international projects and initiatives across France
Steer France-wide WC negotiations and information
Ensure very close exchange and alignment in all WC interactions with BFHR in France
Provide overall oversight on all inner-France information/negotiations
Ensure very close exchange and alignment in all WC/Union interactions with Business Facing HR in France
Develop or enhance processes to leverage efficiency in the way we co-operate with WCs
Consult the Business and local BFHR on WC relations (advise on difficult situations)
Prepare input for the EWC for French projects
Conduct WC education training and updates
Provide Training and Education on French Co-determination rights and Bargaining Agreements (for BFHR and Business)
Assess and monitor Union/WC risks and develop mitigation strategies together with BFHR and other relevant stakeholders
Support EMEA and global WP on projects addressing compliance of HR processes in general
Support business teams and BFHR on bigger restructuring/RIF projects
Loop in the right stakeholders for restructurings/RIFs
Apply best practices, design standards and checklists to lean the restructuring/RIF process
Monitor and track success and completion of restructurings/RIFs, monitor collateral impact of different initiatives
Assure that HR Compliance is applied

Skills

Works Council Relations

Union Negotiations

HR Compliance

Restructuring

RIF Management

Stakeholder Alignment

Risk Mitigation

Training Delivery

French Labor Law

Co-determination Rights

Bargaining Agreements

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters

1941Year Founded

$423.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans

Supplemental health benefits

Flexible Spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Short-term & long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.

Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.

Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.

Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.

Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.

The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.

Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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