Talent Management Specialist

Req ID : 446414 BASIC PURPOSE : The Talent Management partners with HR leaders and business leaders to diagnose, plan and create appropriate and proactive solutions to achieve successful business outcomes through its people. Actively partners with HR and business partners on human capital strategies such as performance management, succession planning, capability development, talent planning, high-performing leaders & teams, career development, learning and development, employee engagement, organizational design, culture and change management.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Works collaboratively with HR partners, business leaders and other team members to assess organizational opportunities and design human capital solutions that achieve strategic business and talent development goals and outcomes.
• Understands and translates business priorities into talent priorities; assesses and diagnoses strategic human capital needs at all levels to design and develop effective solutions to drive enterprise and / or business unit growth and productivity improvements.
• Designs enterprise-wide processes, tools, and methodologies. (e.g. : change management, engagement, organizational design, performance management, succession planning).
• Prepare and consult on Talent Review sessions, which can include succession planning, diversity integration, hi-potential management, KPI management, and workforce planning strategies.
• Translates thorough understanding of human capital practices into practical business solutions. Works with HR and business leaders to plan, deploy, embed, and sustain talent management and process initiatives.
• Demonstrates strong consultative, relationship building, interpersonal and influence skills in dealing with all levels of management. Effective at quickly establishing credibility and developing working relationships.
• Demonstrates flexibility to shift from strategic to tactical work depending on the situation and role required.
• Must be able to research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action.
• Utilize technical and industry knowledge to identify and solve complex client issues.
• Demonstrates strength in program and project management, planning, budgeting, and project deployment.
• Assists in the selection of, and / or partners with, external vendors to develop / implement solutions.
• Develop strategy for and facilitate talent reviews for the organization.
• Work with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to design comprehensive assessments.
• Collaborate with other internal HR functions to develop competency frameworks that impact performance management, and leadership development.
• Performs research as necessary to stay knowledgeable of relevant talent trends and practices to ensure we are competitive in our talent development methodology.
• Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
• Education :  Bachelor’s degree in HR, required. Masters in HR, preferred.
• Experience :
• 10 years of proven leadership experience
• 7 of human resource management experience
• SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or CPTD certifications preferred.SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
• Skills :  Hard skills : Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Cloud apps and knowledge of SAP / SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Soft Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, good organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to follow up, multi-task and prioritize while managing a continuous stream of work, ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, keen attention to detail, and ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects and adhere to deadlines.
• Typical Physical Demands :  Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Job Function(s) : Corporate Love’s has been fueling customers’ journeys since 1964. Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe. The company’s core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Love’s continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities Love’s serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company’s award-winning culture. The Love’s Family of Companies includes : Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets.Speedco and Love’s Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network.Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader.Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert.TVC Pro-driver, a commercial driver’s license (CDL) protection subscription service.