Organizational Effectiveness and Change Director

Vizient; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,400 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient is seeking a strategic leader to drive organizational transformation, focusing on optimizing structure, processes, and culture within the company. This role involves leveraging deep knowledge in organizational design and change management to lead complex initiatives and enhance effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in organizational design and change management, with excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of $102,400 – $179,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in organizational design and change management.
• Strong knowledge of organizational design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive organizational transformation and culture optimization.
• Partner with HR to implement organizational design strategies.
• Lead change initiatives and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Organizational design

Change management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Organizational Development or related field

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Summary

In this strategic leadership role, you will drive organizational transformation, optimizing the effectiveness of the company’s structure, processes, and culture. You will apply a deep understanding of organizational design principles and change‑management methodologies to lead complex change initiatives.

Responsibilities

Organizational Design

• Partner with HRBP to develop and implement organizational design strategies that align with the company’s business objectives and drive operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and implement new organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities while driving change initiatives.
• Ensure alignment between organizational design and talent‑management strategies.

Organizational Effectiveness

• Identify gaps and opportunities for improving organizational effectiveness and performance.
• Conduct organizational assessments to identify areas of improvement and develop action plans.
• Partner with talent management and L&D to enhance performance‑management processes, learning programs, and a high‑performance culture.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate organizational‑effectiveness metrics to measure progress and identify opportunities for improvement.

Change Management

• Leverage change‑management and project‑management strategies to design and deliver change plans that ensure successful and sustainable organizational behavior change.
• Utilize a variety of tools during different phases of change to achieve significant gains in organizational capability.
• Leverage analytics and insights to drive sustainable change and support the organization’s strategies and priorities.
• Lead and manage change initiatives across the organization, ensuring successful adoption and sustained implementation.
• Identify and mitigate risks and barriers to change and develop strategies to overcome resistance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to build a change‑ready culture and provide coaching and support to leaders and employees.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives and make recommendations for improvement.
• Provide coaching and support to leaders and employees to navigate and embrace change.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide guidance and consultation on organizational change initiatives and their impact on employees.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7 or more years of experience in organizational design, organizational effectiveness, and change management required.
• Experience in a leadership role required.
• Strong knowledge of organizational design principles, change‑management methodologies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex change initiatives in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft products: Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, etc.
• Able to design metrics and interpret data.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to communicate and present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to adjust plans based on recommendations in a fast‑paced, fluid organization.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate strategies into actionable plans.
• Certification in change management (e.g., Prosci) is a plus.

Career Framework

Professional – Lead Associate (P4)

Compensation and Benefits

Estimated hiring range: $102,400 – $179,000. This position is incentive eligible. The company offers comprehensive benefits.