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For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Director, Talent Management & Culture

Job Location: Chicago

Want to make an impact?

We're on the lookout for a Director of Talent Management & Culture to be at the sweetest part of our organization: the heart. This role will develop and execute our talent management strategy, reporting to the VP of Talent Management and DEI. The Director will work closely with People Business Partners and business leaders to implement our talent strategy across all locations. This individual will drive transformational programs and processes that set Ferrara apart on our journey to becoming the global leader in sugar confections. Additionally, this role will focus on cultivating a high-performance culture by aligning talent management strategies with our organizational values and defining leadership behaviors that exemplify those values.

This role is located at our headquarters at the Old Post Office in downtown Chicago and aligns to our hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Ways you will make a difference

Performance Management: Design a performance management system that lends to a culture of continuous improvement, making sure feedback is meaningful and helps our people grow.

Program Management: Oversee talent review and performance management programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while promoting an inclusive culture that supports compliance and collaboration.

Career Management: Develop strategies for career advancement that empower employees to enhance their skills, contribute value, and grow within the organization.

Succession Planning: Assess talent needs and create a succession planning strategy that ensures we have the right leaders in place for future success.

Culture, Values & Leadership Behavior: Foster a high-performance culture by aligning talent management strategies with organizational values, defining and promoting leadership behaviors that exemplify these values, and ensuring a cohesive employee experience that drives engagement and retention.

Data-Driven Insights: Utilize talent metrics and trends to provide actionable insights, guiding our strategic decisions and helping us identify current and future talent needs.

Skills that will make you successful

Ability to lead and inspire teams across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in analyzing talent metrics and trends to inform strategic decision-making.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying strategies, policies, and changes to diverse audiences.
Strong project management skills, capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously to ensure timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals.
Expertise in coaching and mentoring to develop talent and facilitate career progression.
Commitment to fostering cultural competence within talent management strategies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Experiences that will support your success

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or a related field; Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience: 10-15 years in HR, including at least 7 years in a senior talent management role, with a proven track record of developing and executing transformational talent management programs that align with business objectives. Demonstrated experience in change management that positively impacts company culture.

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits @ https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $127,600 - $178,600 annually.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.