Sr Manager, Organizational Effectiveness

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

 

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy. 

 

 

Position Summary

Join our lean HR team as a pivotal, hands-on leader responsible for driving talent, performance management, enterprise-wide engagement, and communication/change management. This role encompasses training management, including serving as a trainer when needed, and plays a key role in our strategic "Evolution 2030" planning team. You'll be integral to advancing our three strategic pillars: Growth, Operational Excellence, and Engagement.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Strategic Development:

• Lead and craft talent and organizational strategies to enhance engagement and support all stages of the talent lifecycle.
• Build strong partnerships with senior leaders to align business strategies with leadership development and change management solutions.
• Collaborate with functional partners and HR teams to deploy initiatives that align with our broader strategic goals.

 

Learning & Development:

• Develop and manage a high-performing L&D function, delivering programs for onboarding, career growth, and leadership development.
• Identify skill gaps and create learning solutions for critical organizational needs.
• Design and deliver training content and experiences to support upskilling and continuous improvement.

 

Organizational Development:

• Design the company’s competency framework to guide performance and development programs.
• Implement scalable processes for talent growth, including talent reviews and succession planning.
• Support the performance management cycle, embedding best practices in coaching, goal setting, and development planning.
• Establish change management practices with tools and processes to meet business needs.

 

Engagement & Culture:

• Design and analyze employee surveys to drive cultural and engagement improvements.
• Enhance company culture amid business growth, promoting an employee-centric transformation.
• Continuously improve onboarding to ensure a positive new hire experience.
• Implement initiatives to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace, such as mentoring and inclusive leadership programs.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of talent management, including L&D, succession planning, and talent strategy.
• Effective communicator and facilitator, skilled in training across all organizational levels.
• Strong business acumen, relating HR needs to organizational objectives.
• Excellent project management skills, including logistics and program management.
• Proven relationship builder and influenc