Strategic Planning Principal

EPIND Epicor India; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Strategic Planning Principal, where you will lead transformative change initiatives and drive operational excellence. Collaborating closely with diverse teams, you will implement effective change management strategies that enhance employee engagement and align with organizational goals. Your leadership will be pivotal in guiding the company through significant changes while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic environment, ensuring that the organization stays ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Opportunities for mentorship

Free LinkedIn Learning licenses

Inclusive workplace

Work-life balance policies

Global mobility support

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in change management or related roles.
• Proven track record of successfully leading change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of change management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change management strategies to minimize resistance.
• Collaborate with teams to address barriers to successful change.
• Measure and monitor the effectiveness of change initiatives.

Skills

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Prosci Certification

Job description

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Strategic Planning Principal

Apply remote type Remote locations US, Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id JR101950

The Strategic Planning Principal plays a critical role in driving and managing organizational change initiatives and operational excellence. This role will collaborate closely with various teams, including HR, Learning and Development, Strategic Planning and Internal Communications to ensure successful change implementation and alignment with strategic objectives. Your expertise and leadership will be essential in guiding the company through transformative periods.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Develop and implement change management strategies and plans to minimize resistance and maximize employee engagement during organizational changes.

• Assess the impact of proposed changes and develop appropriate change management strategies and communication plans.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address potential barriers to successful change implementation.

• Work closely with senior leadership to align change management efforts with organizational goals; build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including project managers, PS leaders, and employees and manage stakeholder expectations and address concerns related to change.

• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees throughout the change process, ensuring clarity and understanding of the change objectives and expected outcomes.

• Identify and assess potential risks associated with change initiatives, develop, and implement mitigation plans to address identified risks and monitor and track risks throughout the change process.

• Measure and monitor the effectiveness of change initiatives, gathering feedback and adjusting strategies as needed.

• Create actionable deliverables for the core change management plans: Sponsor Plan, People Manager Plan, Communications Plan, and Training Plan

• Create actionable deliverables for any required "Extend" plans, such as the Resistance Management Plan

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of change initiatives; provide regular reports to senior leadership on the progress of change management efforts and Identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for future change management initiatives.

• Develop and deliver change management training programs to build change readiness and capability within the organization.

• Coordinate efforts with other teams such as Learning & Development, HR, Communications and Strategic Planning

• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in change management, applying relevant insights to enhance change initiatives.

What You Will Likely Bring:

• 8+ years of experience in change management or related roles.

• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing organizational change initiatives.

• Strong understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.

• Flexible and adaptable; able to work proactively in ambiguous environments and ability to manage multiple projects and a diverse set of stakeholders across different levels and parts of the business

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and guide stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

What Could Set You Apart:

• Bachelors degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience (change management, stakeholder engagement, communications or deployment strongly preferred), demonstrating progressive career growth and pattern of exceptional performance

• Prosci Certification preferred

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About Epicor

At Epicor, we’re truly a team. Join 5,000 talented professionals in creating a world of better business through data, AI, and cognitive ERP. We help businesses stay future-ready by connecting people, processes, and technology. From software engineers who command the latest AI technology to business development reps who help us seize new opportunities, the work we do matters. Together, Epicor employees are creating a more resilient global supply chain.

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Whatever your career journey, we’ll help you find the right path. Through our training courses, mentorship, and continuous support, you’ll get everything you need to thrive. At Epicor, your success is our success. And that success really matters, because we’re the essential partners for the world’s most essential businesses—the hardworking companies who make, move, and sell the things the world needs.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health and wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being.

• Internal Mobility: Opportunities for mentorship, continuing education, and focused career goal setting, with 25% of positions filled internally.

• Career Development: Free LinkedIn Learning licenses for everyone, along with our Mentoring Program to boost your personal development.

• Inclusive Workplace: Collaborate with a diverse team in an inclusive, global workplace that fosters innovation and celebrates partnership.

• Work-Life Balance: Policies built on mutual trust and support, encouraging time off to rest, recharge, and reconnect.

• Global Mobility: Comprehensive support for international relocations and permanent residency processes.

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement

Epicor is committed to creating a workplace and global community where inclusion is valued; where you bring the whole and real you— that’s who we’re interested in. If you have interest in this or any role- but your experience doesn’t match every qualification of the job description, that’s okay- consider applying regardless.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Range:

Minimum: $70,000 USD Maximum: $200,000 USD

The salary range provided reflects the national average for this job title and does not represent compensation specific to Epicor Software Corporation. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and market factors relevant to the position.

Recruiter:

Scott Keough

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At Epicor, we know that success comes from working together. Everyone has a role to play, and it’s the essential partnerships across our company that are crucial to our customer’s success and our growth as a business.

Bring the Real You. That’s Who We’re Interested In.

We’re truly a team. Working in close partnership, we bring wide-ranging talents together in powerful collaborations. We think innovatively, share our knowledge generously, and constantly learn from our colleagues. We’re proud of the success we achieve every day, but we never stop challenging ourselves and encouraging each other. Together, we go further and imagine an even brighter future.

Whatever your career journey , we’ll help you find the right path. Through our training courses, mentorship, and continuous support, you’ll get everything you need to thrive. At Epicor, your success is our success. And that success really matters, because we’re the essential partners to the world’s most essential businesses – the hardworking companies who make, move, and sell the things the world needs .

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