Job Description

Work Arrangement

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

As a part of GM's Human Resources Group you are responsible for setting the strategy and handling compliance of Union Agreements related to compensation. You provide communication/counsel to leadership and lead in local negotiations.

This position is responsible for hourly corporate wage administration, supporting US Manufacturing, Engineering, and CCA locations.

From an operations perspective, you will support the US business functions in day-to-day compensation inquiries, relevant local agreements (wage, seniority, shift preference), and problem solve system-related issues that may arise. As a member of the Corporate Labor Relations Staff, you will work strategically with cross-functional teams to develop a strategy and approach for national bargaining.

What You'll Do

Wage Administration:

• As it relates to Wages, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Shift Premium, Bonus Payments and Layoff/Leave Provisions:

• Administer wage increases and bonus plans as defined in the national agreement

• Provide interpretation and administration support to local HRLR teams

• Serve as a SME and provide counsel to leadership teams and peer groups

• Work with payroll and timekeeping teams to problem solve complex payroll issues and improve FTQ for on-time and accurate pay

• Manage corporate wage audits to ensure wage plan assignments are correct

• From a wage and vacation perspective, support timely and accurate administration of Appendix A transfers, terminations, reinstatements and temporary employee conversions

• Support the administration of Supplemental Agreements:

• US Hourly Profit Sharing Plan

• US Hourly Supplemental Unemployment Benefit Plan

• Play a principle role in national negotiations

• Support special investigations as needed

• Coordinate with plant management on wage-related matters for hourly personnel

• Use data to drive decisions and improvement opportunities as it relates to wages, absenteeism, holiday pay, manpower on-roll, etc.

• Frequent involvement with other work groups (i.e. Benefits, Payroll, Employee Placement, Sedgwick, Kronos, Workday, etc.) regarding employee issues, downstream data problems or other pertinent matters

• Maintain an effective relationship with Management, Union Representatives, MFG Staffs and others outside the work group

• Complete special projects/assignments as requested

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Administration or related field

• 5+ years of related experience in Labor Relations/Contract Administrations

• Knowledge of corporate policies and procedures

• MS Office Suite and working knowledge of payroll and HR System

• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization

• Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, problem solving and data analytics

• Ability to teach and develop the field organization in SME areas

• A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in Labor Relations, Manufacturing or Services

• Bargaining experience and ability to benchmark and strategic look-ahead in order to build out wage related strategy for future bargaining

• Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, negotiation and problem solving

• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative and work to plan

• Demonstrated analytical, organizational and project management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly proficient use of HR systems and computer software application skills (i.e. Workday, Kronos, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams)

• Skill and proficiency in a wide range of LR, MFG and/or GBS practice areas

• Competencies: Influencing without Authority, Managerial Courage, Action Oriented, Comfort Around Higher Management, Dealing with Ambiguity, Strategic Thinking, Data Analytics, Self-Directed

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;

• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;

• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;

• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;

• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;

• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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