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Labor Relations Strategy Planner

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    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Warren, +1
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AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in labor relations, strong analytics, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate at all levels. Experience in strategy and MFG operations is preferred.
  • You will collaborate on negotiations, manage projects, track milestones, assess risks, partner cross-functionally, research labor trends, and prepare materials for leadership.

Requirements

  • Minimum Required Skills and Experience:
  • 5+ years of labor relations and union expertise
  • Ability to develop proposals and timelines, across cross functional areas, track milestones, surface issues appropriately and deliver projects on-time
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Works independently, takes initiative and completes tasks with minimal supervision
  • Curiosity to dig deeper and identify root cause
  • Solves problems, analyzes issues and develops recommendations
  • Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization
  • Looks ahead to anticipate and plan for challenges – proactive approach with ability to react when appropriate
  • Strong data analytics skills
  • Creative problem solving
  • Influencing without authority
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Agile Learning
  • Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • 2+ years of strategic formulation and execution
  • Experience in MFG operations
  • Knowledge of Workday and HR/LR processes

Responsibilities

  • - Actively participate and contribute in multiple subcommittees for Negotiations preparation to support alignment with broader bargaining strategy
  • - Understand workstreams/projects that impact the LR organization and/or represented employees to be able to assist in identification of issues and/or risks
  • - Partner cross-functionally with key functional stakeholders on the development of comprehensive project plans with timing, key milestones and deliverables
  • - Provide project management and oversight by tracking and managing key deliverables and milestones within timeline
  • - Understand business needs to ensure integration points across other areas are accounted for
  • - Research external happenings with the LR space while looking ahead to potential impact on business
  • - Develop materials for leadership

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, this role is hybrid, requiring the candidate to report to Warren at least three times per week.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Labor Relations Strategy Planner?

The primary responsibilities include participating in negotiations preparation, understanding workstreams impacting labor relations, partnering cross-functionally to develop project plans, providing project management oversight, researching external labor relation developments, and developing materials for leadership.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have 5+ years of labor relations and union expertise, the ability to manage projects across functional areas, strong data analytics skills, and excellent communication abilities at all organizational levels.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include 2+ years of strategic formulation and execution experience, experience in manufacturing operations, and knowledge of Workday and HR/LR processes.

Is immigration sponsorship available for this role?

No, GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

What benefits does GM offer for this position?

GM offers a comprehensive compensation plan that includes paid time off, healthcare plans, 401K contributions, a global recognition program, tuition assistance, and discounts on GM vehicles.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at GM?

Yes, GM is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and creating an environment that embraces workforce diversity.

What skills are necessary for successful problem-solving in this role?

Successful candidates should possess creative problem-solving skills, the ability to analyze issues, and the capability to develop actionable recommendations.

How important is communication skills for this position?

Communication skills are crucial, as the role requires clear communication with all levels of the organization.

Is the Labor Relations Strategy Planner role focused only on internal stakeholders?

No, the role also involves researching external happenings in the labor relations space to anticipate potential impacts on the business.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

General Motors’ vision is to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and we have committed ourselves to leading the way toward this future. Today, we are in the midst of a transportation revolution, and we have the ambition, the talent and the technology to realize the safer, better and more sustainable world we want. As an open, inclusive company, we’re also creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued for who they are. One team, where all ideas are considered and heard, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential, with a culture based in respect, integrity, accountability and equality. Our team brings wide-ranging perspectives and experiences to solving the complex transportation challenges of today and tomorrow.