The Head of Talent will be responsible for leading and executing a global talent strategy that supports the business and cultural transformation. This role will lead enterprise-wide talent development initiatives, including performance management, learning and development, DEI, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational design. The Head of Talent will be responsible for identifying strategic talent gaps, designing scalable programs, and building the infrastructure, processes, and tools necessary to enable a high-performing, agile, and inclusive global workforce. Key Responsibilities Strategic Talent Leadership • Partner with the CHRO and executive team to align talent programs with business strategy • Harmonize talent practices across geographies to support global consistency and scalability • Build, deploy, and sustain global frameworks for talent development, culture, and leadership Performance Management • Create and leverage talent metrics for predictive performance and accountability • Drive linkage between performance outcomes and rewards/compensation • Introduce coaching and mentorship frameworks Learning & Development • Lead enterprise learning strategy, leveraging internal and external partners • Build modern platforms to enable scalable, role-relevant employee development • Foster a learning culture across all levels of the organization Diversity, Equity & Inclusion • Embed DEI across all talent processes and the broader employee lifecycle • Lead the development and integration of inclusive workplace practices • Partner with HR and business leaders to attract, retain, and develop diverse talent Succession Planning & Leadership Development • Establish and manage succession planning, pipeline development, and internal mobility • Use assessment and analytics to identify and develop high-potential talent • Lead leadership development strategies, including coaching and impact measurement Organizational Design & Change • Shape future organizational structures to improve alignment and operational efficiency • Drive enterprise change management initiatives to enable talent readiness and agility Technology & Tools • Modernize and optimize talent systems (performance, learning, analytics) • Identify technology gaps and lead HR digitization efforts Key Qualifications 1. 15+ years of progressive experience in talent management, learning, or organizational development, ideally within a global or manufacturing setting 2. Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide talent strategies and transformation 3. Deep expertise in performance management, succession planning, leadership development, DEI, and change management 4. Strong business acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across cultures and functions 5. Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability and a global mindset 6. Experience modernizing talent systems and working with technology vendors a plus 7. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 9. Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team 10. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment 11. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred Candidate Characteristics 12. Strategic thinker with a proactive approach and a bias towards execution 13. Adaptable and open to change 14. Collaborative across all levels of the organization 15. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy 16. Strong leadership presence and the ability to influence others Core Evident Behaviors Think Big - Sets ambitious goals, thinks beyond the immediate and works outside of own area for insight and inspiration to excel Own the Outcome - takes a high degree of personal accountability and ownership, and embraces a customer-centric approach to prioritization, planning, and work Test. Decide. Go. -Open minded, willing to try new things, balances risk with agility in a culture of learning and rapid growth, moves at pace to get the right things done Kaizen Everywhere, Everyday - Solicits feedback to enhance effectiveness; continually identifies and drives improvement and new ways of working, operating, and thinking Grow Together - Listens openly, embraces learning, and values diverse perspectives to spark ideas and build a stronger, more dynamic team Annual salary 180K - 240K, plus 25% annual corporate bonus target>>. We realize that work is more than just a job for you. It is a big part of your life, and it's not the only one. That's why we offer competitive salaries, an annual bonus program, and comprehensive medical benefits, as well as tuition reimbursement, flexible hours, parental and adoption leave, on-site services, and support networks, all so that you are ready to meet life's experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of well-being and inclusion. 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