Manager, Talent Management & Development

Caterpillar Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Talent Manager to lead the division’s Talent Management and Learning & Development strategy.

This role partners with senior business and HR leaders to strengthen leadership pipelines and drive long-term organizational capability. You will oversee governance, succession planning, leadership development, and learning programs, manage a team of talent professionals, and align division initiatives with enterprise practices.

Qualifications

• Experience leading talent management and learning & development programs.
• Ability to translate business priorities into people solutions.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and advisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Division Talent Strategy & Governance and define the talent strategy to support business objectives.
• Oversee talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership pipeline processes across the division.
• Partner with senior leaders to translate talent data into actionable recommendations and drive key initiatives.

Skills

Leadership Development

Succession Planning

Talent Strategy

Governance

Executive Advisory

Job description

Job Description

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Human Resources

The Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division (COGMD) is a global team powering the energy industry and providing world‑class power and propulsion solutions on the water. As our business evolves, so does our commitment to developing talent and capabilities that will drive our future success.

COGMD is seeking an experienced and visionary Talent Manager to lead the division’s Talent Management and Learning & Development strategy. This highly visible role is an opportunity to shape the future of our organization by partnering closely with senior business and HR leaders to strengthen organizational capability, build leadership pipelines, and retain the talent needed to achieve our long‑term business ambitions.

The Talent Manager serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and provides strategic leadership across succession planning, talent reviews and governance, leadership and executive development, performance and career growth, organizational effectiveness, and learning. By translating business priorities into innovative people solutions, the Talent Manager helps build a robust leadership pipeline, strengthen organizational capability, and create meaningful development opportunities for employees around the globe. Leading a team and collaborating with the Enterprise COEs, this role drives division talent initiatives that ensure our people, and our business, are positioned for long‑term success.

What You Will Do

• Lead Division Talent Strategy & Governance
• Define and execute the COGMD talent strategy to build organizational capability, strengthen leadership pipelines, and support current and future business objectives.
• Establish governance, rigor, and accountability across key talent processes, priorities, and initiatives.
• Drive Talent Reviews & Succession Planning
• Lead talent review, succession planning, and leadership pipeline processes across the division, ensuring robust talent assessments, development actions, and succession strategies for critical roles.
• Partner with business and HR leaders to identify talent risks and opportunities and develop mitigation plans.
• Serve as a Strategic Advisor to Senior Leaders
• Partner with the SVP, division leadership team, and HR leaders to provide insights and recommendations on talent, organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and workforce readiness.
• Translate talent data and organizational trends into actionable business recommendations.
• Lead Leadership & Career Development Strategy
• Develop and oversee leadership, career development, mentoring, onboarding, and employee growth strategies that strengthen employee engagement, performance, and long‑term organizational capability.
• Ensure alignment between enterprise programs and division‑specific development needs.
• Oversee Learning & Talent Programs
• Provide strategic direction for learning and development programs, leader summits, required learning, assessments, and development resources delivered across the division.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement to maximize business impact.
• Lead Talent Projects & Organizational Initiatives
• Sponsor and lead cross‑functional talent and organizational effectiveness initiatives, ensuring successful execution of strategic priorities and alignment with enterprise practices.
• Manage external partnerships, assessments, and talent vendors as needed.
• Develop a High‑Performing Talent Team
• Lead and develop a team of talent professionals responsible for succession planning, leadership development, learning, career development, and talent operations.
• Foster collaboration, continuous improvement, and a consultative partnership model across the HR organization.

What You Will Have

• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
• Consulting: Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external; ability to apply consulting knowledge appropriately.
• Training Needs Analysis: Knowledge of tools, techniques, and methods of identifying training needs; ability to identify what people need to learn for successful personal and organizational performance.
• Training Solution Development: Knowledge of training solution development procedures, tools, and techniques; ability to utilize the knowledge for developing a solution to stated training needs.

Additional Info

• This position will be located in Houston, TX
• This role requires 5 days a week in office
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• International and Domestic travel up to 25%

What You Will Get

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals – Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar –

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final Details

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Summary Pay Range

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

September 25, 2026 - October 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.