SummaryManager Organizational ChangeLead full-cycle, end-to-end change management for Advantage’s top strategic business transformation initiatives.Create and execute customized change management strategies and all associated change management plans, including communication & engagement, resistance management, sponsor coalition, change champion network, readiness, training, and sustainment.Job Will Remain Open Until FilledResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Essential Responsibility
Create compelling and customized internal and external communications, messages, and supporting materials with superior quality. This includes, but is not limited to, communication content (e.g., videos, virtual postcards, PowerPoint presentations, SharePoint content, people manager and employee toolkits).
Create training strategies, training needs assessments, and training curriculum for assigned project(s). May create training content and manage training logistics, such as scheduling and attendance tracking as needed.
Prepare, equip, and support impacted stakeholder groups to adopt new ways of working, aligning them to the change strategy and the role they play in successful execution.
Support UAT and Go Live, working closely with the project team and impacted stakeholders for a seamless transition. Develop and support post-go-live plans to enhance the adoption and utilization of the new processes and technology.
Identify and document change impacts to each stakeholder group, understanding the current state, the desired future state, and the delta between.
Lead change network activities, including planning, developing, and executing change network meeting content, serving as a point of contact for change champions.
Develop adoption metrics to measure the effectiveness of the change strategy for each assigned project. Monitor readiness and adoption throughout project lifecycle and adjust strategy and plans as needed to improve.
Support development of enterprise change management practice at Advantage, including contributing to the asset library and providing guidance and advisory services to the organization.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect Reports
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Minimum QualificationsEducation Level: (Required):Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceEducation Level: (Preferred):Master’s Degree or equivalent experience5+ Years of experience
Prosci certification preferred
Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) certification preferred
Experience leading change management for complex technical projects, includingSponsor Alignment & Coaching, Stakeholder Analysis, Role Mapping, Instructional Design, Communication, Surveys, Training, and post-go-live planning and support
Experience developing and delivering impactful presentations to varying stakeholder audiences (e.g., executives, people leaders, end users)
Experience with large-scale business transformations impacting thousands of stakeholders
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of change management research and best practices
Knowledge of adult learning theories and best practices
Ability to develop executive-level communication content and presentations
Ability to coach, guide, and influence others to adopt new ways of working
Ability to analyze data and make decisions and/or recommendations based on data
Software: Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, graphic/multimedia tools (e.g., Vyond, Canva), survey analysis tools
Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the abilty to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-MO-St. LouisPrimary Posting Location : City St. LouisPrimary Posting Location : State/Province MOPrimary Posting Location : Postal Code 63100Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2024-433304Position Type Full TimeCategory Professional: (IT, Finance, Legal, HR, Talent Acquisition, Administrative, Customer Service)Minimum USD $80,000.00/Yr.Maximum USD $140,000.00/Yr.