Director of Organizational / Talent Development

Are you ready to lead transformative talent and organizational development strategies that drive growth and excellence in a dynamic industry?

About the Role

This role is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive talent and leadership development strategies that align with business goals and culture. It exists to build a high-performing workforce across diverse operational areas, including manufacturing and distribution. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this position contributes significantly to the organization's operational excellence and customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an organizational and talent development strategy aligned with business goals.
• Design and improve leadership development, management training, and career-pathing programs.
• Lead succession planning and talent reviews to strengthen leadership pipelines.
• Partner with various leaders to assess capability gaps and develop solutions.
• Oversee performance management processes and ensure high-quality feedback.
• Build scalable learning systems for a dispersed workforce.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Collaborate on organizational design and change management efforts.
• Measure the effectiveness of talent initiatives and refine programs accordingly.
• Manage related budgets, vendors, and external partnerships.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on talent and organizational effectiveness.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in organizational and talent development.
• Experience in leadership roles within complex operational environments.
• Ability to influence and partner with senior leaders effectively.
• Strong instructional design and adult-learning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and data-driven decision making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or CPTD.

At Talent Wave Associates, we connect outstanding talent with exceptional opportunities. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, people-first recruiting experience. Ready to ride the wave of opportunity? Apply today!

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our applicant tracking system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

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