Program Manager-Talent Management

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.

Our Human Resources team has one goal: create solutions and services that foster an inclusive and innovative culture of talent to drive results. We act as strategic partners to support executives and senior leaders to create talent plans that align to achieve company goals. We're a compassionate, hardworking, and dedicated team that knows our work makes an impact on our company every day.

Under the general supervision of a Director, this position is responsible for understanding the internal customer's business needs and requirements and providing talent solutions for delivering value. This role will support the implementation of a broad range of talent, leadership, diversity, engagement and organizational development services. This role will execute a talent plan that supports the business strategy.

What you'll be doing:

• Supports the organization's success by aligning HR practices with business objectives

• Builds trusting relationships and understands the business to drive HR solutions to the business needs. Deploy a variety of solutions across Business unit or geographies in a way that are relevant and impactful:

• Support the delivery of key talent management activities (e.g. Performance Management, Engagement, identification of critical/HIPO talent, top talent, 9 box, calibration etc.)

• Learning & Development: support deployment of enterprise learning solutions to drive knowledge transfer and business impact; identify development opportunities (i.e. stretch assignments/action learning assignments) to support the development of the organization's high potential talent

• Competencies: in partnership with Centers of Excellence/Talent Advisors help to identify competencies and needs for current and future capability needs within the business functions

• Analytics: support the development, tracking and use of metrics to the Centers of Excellence/Talent Advisory team

• Collaborate with HR/Business stakeholders to define project initiatives scope, objectives and deliverables

• Ensure accurate submission of priorities each quarter for all business function

What you bring to the table:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Creative problem-solving and strategic thinking

• Ability to influence and drive change

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications:

What's needed- Basic Qualifications:

• 4+ years of progressive experience in Leader Development and/or Organization Development

• Previous experience in designing and implementing talent development programs

• Previous experience in leading change management initiatives

• Previous experience in project management

What's needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a relevant field or equivalent experience

• Professional certifications in talent development or organizational change

• Experience in a multinational corporation

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups

• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)

• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits