General Mills

Change Manager

General Mills$93K — $140K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field
  • 3-6 years of experience in change management
  • Experience in developing change management strategies and deliverables
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across levels
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Organizational and program management skills to handle multiple projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead transformation initiatives by developing and executing change approaches
  • Partner with change leaders to align on priorities and coordinate activities
  • Support measurement and reporting for visibility in decision-making
  • Create reusable assets like playbooks and templates for consistent change delivery
  • Enhance change capability through learning journeys and practices
  • Capture lessons learned to drive continuous improvement
  • Identify themes in change efforts to inform leadership decisions

Benefits

  • Foundation of health benefits
  • Retirement and financial wellbeing programs
  • Time off programs to support work-life balance
  • Wellbeing support and perks
  • Eligibility for an annual incentive program based on performance
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW

As a Change CoE Manager, you will help shape how General Mills delivers change at scale. You will support high-impact transformation initiatives, partnering with change leaders and key stakeholders to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to complex change. You will help translate transformation goals into practical change approaches that drive adoption and measurable outcomes, while contributing to enterprise assets and practices that make change more consistent over time. This role offers high visibility and meaningful impact, with opportunities to shape how priority initiatives are adopted across the organization and to strengthen the overall change experience for teams.

What You Will Do
  • Lead priority transformation initiatives by helping develop and execute change approaches, translating business needs into clear change objectives, plans, and measurable outcomes.
  • Partner with Change Leads and stakeholders to understand impacts, align on priorities, and coordinate change activities across teams.
  • Enable visibility and decision-making by supporting measurement, reporting, and governance routines, helping leaders understand what is changing, where support is needed, and what is working.
  • Build reusable CoE assets, including playbooks, templates, and tools, that help teams deliver change more consistently and efficiently across the enterprise.
  • Strengthen change capability by supporting learning journeys, learning series, and communities of practice that help teams adopt new ways of working.
  • Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and translating insights into updated assets, recommendations, and improved ways of working.
  • Identify patterns and themes across the change portfolio, elevating enterprise risks, opportunities, and best practices to inform leadership decisions and improve overall change effectiveness.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in change management, business, communications, human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field.
  • 3-6 years of experience supporting and delivering change management work on transformation initiatives.
  • Experience shaping and developing strategies and core change management deliverables, such as stakeholder assessments, change impact and readiness inputs, change plans, communications support, and adoption or reinforcement activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization to gather inputs, align on priorities, and support execution of change activities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, executive-ready recommendations and updates.
  • Strong organizational and program management skills, including the ability to manage multiple workstreams with attention to detail and drive follow-through across stakeholders.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 6+ years' experience delivering change management work on large-scale, enterprise-wide, cross-functional initiatives, including complex stakeholder environments
  • Consulting experience in change management, transformation, and/or program delivery, with demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems and deliver actionable recommendations.
  • Experience supporting change intake, prioritization, and/or tiering processes, including maintaining intake artifacts and supporting governance decision-making.
  • Experience facilitating working sessions, training, and/or coaching conversations with stakeholder groups, for example change upskilling, communities of practice, or targeted support to address adoption risks on initiatives.
  • Experience developing communications and engagement materials for diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Experience advising leaders on change strategy, approaches, adoption risks and trade offs.
  • Experience building or maintaining reusable assets, such as playbooks, templates, and tools to scale change practices.
  • Experience facilitating communities of practice, capability-building experiences, knowledge sharing, or continuous improvement activities, including retrospectives and incorporating lessons learned.
  • Preferred experience
  • Change management certification, education, or formal training (e.g., Prosci).

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
  • International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered
  • Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $93700.00 - $140700.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.
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About General Mills

General Mills is a food company that manufactures and markets branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. They're one of the world's largest food companies, marketing in more than 100 countries. They categorize their sales into three core business segments: U.S. Retail, International, and Convenience Stores & Foodservice. U.S. Retail includes seven divisions that market brands such as Cheerios, Yoplait yogurt, Pillsbury refrigerated dough, and Betty Crocker baking products. Its International sales exclude their proportionate share of two joint ventures: Cereal Partners Worldwide and Häagen-Dazs Japan.

General Mills Careers

Join the dynamic team at General Mills, a leader in global food production, where innovation and quality meet to create products loved around the world. This is an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a company that values growth, leadership, and diversity. Work You’ll Do At General Mills, you will be part of a team that’s dedicated to making food the world loves. With a variety of job opportunities ranging from food science to marketing, our company is an ideal place for professionals who are eager to drive innovation in the food industry. Transform the industry with your unique skills and help General Mills lead the way in global food solutions. Our commitment to digital innovation and sustainability makes us a standout in the marketplace, offering a unique position for our employees to lead and excel. Collaborate with a global team of professionals who are at the forefront of food technology and consumer trends. General Mills is not just about great food—it’s about great people who are committed to creating exceptional products. Introducing the General Mills Leadership and Development Programs We are committed to fostering leadership and professional growth through our comprehensive training programs. These include targeted diversity training and development initiatives designed to help you master your professional and personal goals. Do Innovative Work Join our team of over 38,000 dedicated professionals who are passionate about food, quality, and innovation. At General Mills, you will work at the intersection of culinary art and cutting-edge technology, ensuring that we continue to deliver outstanding products. Be Part of a Great Team Experience the power of teamwork at General Mills. Our culture promotes collaboration and respect, making our company a place where professionals thrive. Enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive and dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Future-Proof Your Career General Mills offers a range of career paths and job opportunities that can help you achieve your career ambitions. From internships to full-time positions, our company supports your growth with robust training and development programs that prepare you for leadership roles within the industry. Explore Discover how General Mills is revolutionizing the food industry through continuous innovation and a commitment to excellence. Learn about our latest projects and how our team is leading the charge in food science and safety. The General Mills Commitment Our combined service capabilities and dedication to employee development help our team members excel in their careers and contribute to industry-leading innovations. Clients and consumers trust General Mills for quality and creativity, and our employees are the cornerstone of that trust. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore employment and internship opportunities that can transform your career. SEARCH GENERAL MILLS JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at General Mills.
Learn more about General Mills
Size
32,500 employees
Market Cap
$50.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1928
5 Year Trend
+4%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
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