International Servicing Representative UAW Sourcing Department

International Servicing Representative UAW Sourcing Department

The Sourcing Department supports important functions to support the membership within the International Union, UAW. The ideal candidate will be independent and able to handle multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have prior leadership, bargaining, and organizing experience, along with knowledge of local union operations.

This position is based at UAW Solidarity House in Detroit, Michigan. Extensive national travel may be required, including extended stays and work during evenings and weekends as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve UAW membership and build our union.
• Educate and collaborate with local union leadership around sourcing and other issues. Support local union and membership in sourcing projects.
• Organize and present data from a variety of sources.
• Basic employer research to present overview of employer and industry/sector to local union and membership.
• Develop training modules and facilitate training workshops to staff, local union leadership, and membership.
• Lead sourcing projects. Project management/follow-up/accountability.
• Participate in quality/efficiency/make-buy and other projects at worksites.
• Lead and facilitate meetings.
• Participate in ongoing internal UAW training.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry developments, commercial trends, and employer activities.
• Lead and facilitate meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Completion of assigned tasks and projects on time and in a professional manner.
• Support International Union, UAW institutional policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Proactively participate in improving the UAW Sourcing Department and its functioning in serving our membership.
• Collaborate with staff from other UAW National Departments.
• Constructively engage with management.
• Work collaboratively and mentor other Sourcing staff.
• Prepare reports for internal UAW audiences.
• Evening work and irregular hours expected.
• Roles and responsibilities require travel.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Self-motivated and problem solver.
• This role should demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills, and excellent time-management.
• This role should reinforce a positive event experience for our members and be able to coordinate a team of professionals while effectively delivering objectives.
• Communication and marketing skills.
• Good leadership skills
• Highly Organized
• Multi-tasker
• Good time management
• Expert interpersonal skills
• Ability to efficiently manage and lead projects with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to proactively network and establish positive working relationships with internal departments and regions, UAW locals, and partner organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced and fluid situations.
• Knowledge of LUIS (Local Union Information System) platform.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to present detailed information effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills that support a respectful and positive work environment.
• Diplomatic approach to coalition and relationship building with different constituencies, regions, and departments within the union.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Forms).Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or requirements associated with the role.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full time, in person position based in Detroit, Michigan. The UAW offers a competitive salary for this position, including health, retirement, and other benefits. Relocation may be available.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

• A current resume reflecting qualifications for this position and a letter of interest should be submitted with the application.
• *Please submit your resume and letter of interest through Indeed. If you are unable to upload your resume through this posting, please follow up with your Name and Position you are applying for with attached resume to: [email protected]

The UAW is dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that our collective strength is amplified when all voices are represented.

About Us

The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) is a progressive, militant union with one of the largest and most diverse memberships in North America, representing 400,000 active members and 600,000 retirees. Our members are employed in a range of workplaces, from multinational corporations to small manufacturers, from state and local governments to colleges and universities, hospitals and private non-profit organizations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $118,566.76 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person