Norfolk Va, US

Director, Talent Management Strategy & Analytics

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.
Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.
Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Summary

The Director of Talent Management Strategy, Process & Analytics is responsible for designing, 
executing, and continuously improving enterprise talent management programs that enable 
organizational capability, leadership readiness, and workforce engagement. This role provides strategic 
leadership and hands-on oversight across early career and university programs, succession planning, 
learning and development, performance management, employee engagement, and talent analytics.
The Director partners closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders, and regional HR teams to 
deliver scalable, data-informed talent solutions aligned to global and regional business priorities. This role 
requires strong project management discipline, adaptability in fast-changing environments, and the ability 
to manage complex vendor relationships while ensuring program quality, equity, and impact.

Responsibilities

•  Define and lead the enterprise talent management strategy across the talent lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business goals, workforce plans, and leadership capability needs.
• Establish consistent frameworks, processes, and governance models while allowing flexibility for regional and business-specific requirements.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on talent risks,opportunities, and priorities.
• Design, scale, and manage early career, internship, and university recruiting and development programs to build sustainable talent pipelines.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, business leaders, and academic institutions to align programs with future skills and workforce needs.
• Oversee program experience, rotations, development milestones, and conversion strategies.
• Lead the design and execution of enterprise succession planning and talent 
  review processes.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to identify critical roles, assess readiness, and develop targeted development actions.
• Drive continuous improvement of performance management processes to reinforce accountability, development, and engagement.
• Provide strategic oversight for leadership and professional development programs aligned to organizational priorities and capability gaps.
• Partner with Learning, HR, and business leaders to ensure programs are practical, scalable, and measurable.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness and adjust strategies based on outcomes 
  and business needs.
• Support enterprise engagement strategies through talent programs that strengthen leadership effectiveness, career growth, and inclusion.
• Analyze engagement insights and partner with HR leaders to inform action 
  planning and capability building.
• Lead the development and use of talent analytics, dashboards, and metrics to inform decision-making across talent management.
• Translate data into clear insights related to succession strength, leadership readiness, program effectiveness, and workforce trends.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and storytelling that resonates with executive and business audiences
• Lead complex, cross-functional talent initiatives using strong project management and change management practices.
• Manage external vendors, consultants, and contracts to ensure quality delivery, cost effectiveness, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Monitor program outcomes, risks, timelines, and budgets, adjusting as priorities evolve

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Organizational Development, Business or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 8 years of progressive experience in talent management, organizational development, or related HR disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering enterprise talent programs with measurable impact.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple, shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and budgets.
• Proven ability to use talent data and analytics to drive insights and influence decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills across senior and global 
  audiences.
• Strategic thinking with executional discipline
• Data-driven decision making
• Change agility and adaptability
• Influence without authority
• Global and cultural awareness
• Program design and operational excellence

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure! The Company is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.  Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at orf.pse_recruiting@cma-cgm.com