Director, Talent & Executive Development

The J.M. Smucker Company; Orrville (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. M. Smucker Co. seeks a Director of Talent & Executive Development to lead enterprise programs spanning succession, leadership development, learning, performance, and workplace inclusion.

You will partner with senior HR and OBPs to ensure a robust talent pipeline while fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture aligned to business priorities. Location: Orrville, OH with 35% in-office work. You will drive officer-level hiring and development, measure program outcomes, and influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise talent or organizational development functions.
• Demonstrated success designing and executing enterprise-wide talent strategies and cadence of annual talent practices (e.g., talent reviews, succession planning).
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-wide adoption of talent strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise talent strategy and develop tools and methodology.
• Oversee leadership development, succession planning, and talent management at scale.
• Drive executive recruiting and development for senior leadership roles.
• Partner with OBPs and senior leaders to strengthen leadership capability and readiness.
• Establish enterprise learning direction and drive modern, digital learning solutions.
• Guide workplace inclusion and Thriving Together initiatives across the organization.
• Lead a team of three L&D professionals and model Smucker's culture and leadership principles.

Skills

Leadership

Talent strategy

Executive development

Learning & development

Succession planning

Workplace inclusion

Executive coaching

HR analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/Business/Psychology/Education

Job description

Your Opportunity at the Director, Talent & Executive Development

Lead a team that executes enterprise programs and strategies across talent development, including succession planning, leadership development, learning and development, performance management, executive recruiting and development, and workplace inclusion. This role partners closely with senior leadership, business stakeholders and the HR organization – including most regularly Organization Business Partners (OBPs) – to ensure our Company develops, engages, and retains exceptional talent while fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture aligned with business priorities. Develop and execute an enterprise-wide talent strategy (including methodology, tools, etc.) and taking the lead on Officer-level hiring and development (in partnership with third-party executive search and development firms). Serve as a key advisor to leadership, in close partnership with our OBPs, driving Company-wide talent initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, accelerate organizational performance, and ensure a robust pipeline of future talent across the organization.

Location: Orrville, OH

Work Arrangements: 35% in office expectation

In this role you will:

• Enterprise Talent StrategyDevelop and execute enterprise talent strategies aligned with business objectives and workforce priorities; translate strategy into practical action plans and supporting materials, in close collaboration with partners across HR and the businessPartner with senior leaders and Organization Business Partners to strengthen leadership capability, succession readiness, and deepen our talent bench across all functionsLead the design and implementation of enterprise talent programs and the supporting methodology and tools that strengthen organizational effectiveness and leadership capability; this includes regular talent reviews, the identification of high growth talent and corresponding development plans, succession planning, functional talent rotation programs, etc.In partnership with OBPs, drive consistent talent practices across the enterprise while balancing business-specific needs.Monitor external trends and implement innovative talent solutions; balance short-term objectives with long-term needs
• Leadership DevelopmentDesign and oversee enterprise leadership development strategies for leaders at all levels of the organizationIn collaboration with OBPs, engage with senior leaders to identify critical capability gaps and implement targeted development solutions; serve as a “bold thinker” and thought partner to the business and HROversee executive coaching, mentoring, and leadership effectiveness initiativesMeasure leadership development outcomes and continuously improve program effectiveness
• Succession Planning & Talent ManagementDevelop enterprise succession planning strategies and processes that Organization Business Partners will leverage to ensure employee readiness for key leadership and critical business rolesDevelop talent assessment tools and processes that Organization Business Partners can use to facilitate talent review discussions with leadership teamsDevelop methodologies for assessing potential, performance, readiness, and leadership capabilityEnsure talent and succession practices support long-term business continuity and organizational growth
• Learning & DevelopmentEstablish the strategic direction for enterprise learning, development, and capability-building programsOversee leadership, professional, functional, and enterprise learning initiatives across the organizationIn collaboration with Organization Business Partners, engage business leaders to identify workforce capability requirements and development prioritiesDrive adoption of modern learning strategies, technologies, and digital learning solutionsEvaluate learning effectiveness through business outcomes, employee feedback, and workforce capability metrics
• Workplace InclusionGuide workplace inclusion strategies that support a culture where all employees can contribute, grow, and succeed through oversight of our Thriving Together framework and Company ERGsEnsure talent processes, development programs, and succession decisions incorporate inclusive and equitable practicesChampion initiatives that foster employee engagement, belonging, and leadership accountabilityLeverage workforce and talent data to measure progress and identify opportunities for improvement
• Executive Recruiting & DevelopmentLead executive search and recruiting strategies for Officer-level and critical senior leadership roles, as necessaryPartner with executives and external search firms to identify, secure and develop top talentEstablish effective executive assessment, selection, and pipeline management processes
• People LeadershipLead and develop a team of three learning and development professionalsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvementBuild organizational capability within the Talent Center of Excellence and across the broader HR functionAct as an ambassador and role model for the Company's culture, values, and leadership principles across the organization

What we are looking for:

• Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, or a related field12+ years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or related disciplines5+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise talent or organizational development functionsDemonstrated success developing and executing enterprise-wide talent strategies and cadence of annual talent practices (e.g., talent reviews, succession planning, etc.) within a large, complex organizationDemonstrated success designing and implementing leadership development and high-potential talent programs and implementing through others (e.g., OBPs)Strong track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving enterprise-wide adoption of talent strategiesExperience leading executive recruiting for senior leadership roles and/or partnering with executive search and development firmsExperience utilizing talent analytics, workforce data, and HR technology platforms to drive decisions and measure outcomesStrong business acumen with the ability to align talent strategies to organizational objectives; balanced strategist and practical, results-oriented executorStrong working knowledge of best-in-class talent methodologies and tools with a stronger bias for action, practicality, and the realities of the business; unique ability to lead past the academically right answer, with demonstrated success in implementing practical solutions that “take the first step” and meet the business where they are, progressively building toward more mature talent systems over timeAbility to think enterprise-wide and balance short-term functional “wants” with long-term enterprise talent needs; proven examples of efficient and effective implementation across the total CompanyAbility to build credibility and effectively influence outcomes through others (e.g. OBPs), without requiring more senior leaders to intervene to achieve balanced decisionsStrong executive presence with exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skillsKnowledge of contemporary learning and development practices, adult learning principles, leadership capability-building approaches, workplace inclusion, and employee engagementExpert communication, facilitation, and presentation abilities with proven ability to “rise above the noise” and synthesize disparate ideas and opinions into a succinct summary of action items that progressively advance the workAbility to translate complex organization-level people data into compelling business insights and influence decisionsHigh level of subjective judgement, professional maturity, and emotional intelligence; ability to converge across varying viewpoints, devoid of self-interest, and independently decide on the next logical course of action, appropriately balancing when there’s a need to solicit additional input and when it’s time to make a decision and keep movingStrong organization savvy; keen ability to confidently navigate ambiguity, competing priorities, and organizational complexity
• Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Leadership Studies, or a related disciplineCertifications in talent management, executive coaching, leadership development, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, or learning and development

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn®

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success.

Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company.

Learn more about our hiring process The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.