Kohler Co. · 22 hours ago
Senior Manager, Talent Management
Kohler Co. is a leading company dedicated to driving meaningful change and supporting the health and wellbeing of its associates. The Senior Manager, Talent Management role involves overseeing performance management processes, talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives to enhance workforce capabilities and retention.
Responsibilities
Talent administrator responsible for design, development, pilot, delivery, and program management of annual talent processes and guidance for all leaders and HRBPs as to their role in these processes
Execute annual engagement survey process, including analysis and reporting survey results to executive team
Utilize data analytics to assess workforce trends, identify talent gaps, and inform strategic workforce planning and strategies to bridge gaps
Support build of HRBP capability in strategic workforce analysis and organizational design, helping to ensure long-term business success by proactively managing workforce challenges and opportunities
Program management of all activities related to annual succession, including preparation of leaders and HRBPs for calibration and executive review
Own the talent assessment strategy, ensuring effective evaluation of associates for hiring and development
Lead reporting, measurement and analytics for assigned programs and initiatives by conducting, compiling and summarizing stakeholder feedback and other talent data. Make recommendations and incorporate changes to enhance offerings based on feedback
Influential leadership and coaching of regional talent management and learning leaders to support in-region talent management activity and training
Manage the enterprise talent team responsible for onboarding, Global Career Framework & mobility activities, and assessment and coaching engagements, ensuring integration with broader talent strategies and operational excellence
Best Practice and Continuous Improvement Focus: Keep current of best practices and innovative programs to ensure that Kohler’s strategies and initiatives provide a competitive edge. Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality and increase efficiency in area of responsibility
Develop, manage, and execute project plans to ensure effective budgeting, resource allocation, commitment from project team members, and attainment of business requirements
Collaborate with all levels of stakeholders to define needs and translate business requirements into performance objectives
Manage external vendor relationships and contracts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field
7+ years of experience in talent management, human resources, or a related field
Experience in designing or refining performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, and strategic workforce planning activities
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and interpreting data to inform business decisions
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams across multiple talent disciplines
Proficiency in leveraging analytics to inform talent strategies and decision-making
Strong understanding of Industry best practices
Proven experience successfully managing project plans and large scale implementations essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong presentation skills in both a small and large group setting
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience with Workday HCM
Knowledge of psychometric principles and test validation
Benefits
Day 1 benefits
Performance bonus/variable incentive compensation
Competitive total rewards package
Access to career growth and development opportunities
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Strong culture of innovation
Company
Kohler Co.
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Funding
Current Stage
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