
Talent Management Sr Manager
PepsiCo · Chicago, IL
- On site
- Full-time
- $165,125 / year
- Chicago, IL
Job highlights
- Lead executive development and succession planning programs.
- Coach and advise senior executives globally.
- Manage assessment tools and talent systems.
- Partner with HR and business leaders.
- Requires PhD and executive coaching experience.
About the role
Overview
The Senior Manager, Talent Management: Executive Development & Succession is a critical role within the Global Talent Management Center of Excellence (CoE). This position is responsible for leading and managing the PepsiCo executive development portfolio of experiences within the CoE as well as serving in a coaching capacity for our executives. A Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Applied Psychology or related field and experience working with corporate executives as a coach or talent management expert is strongly preferred. This includes management of programs, executive succession planning initiatives, and talent management systems at the enterprise level. The role focuses on personalized executive support and holistic program management through assessment, coaching, designing and administering executive programs and processes, and supporting global talent succession strategies. Key responsibilities include managing award-winning executive assessment and coaching programs, talent development systems, and collaborating with senior-level business and people function/HR leaders to drive organization-wide talent management initiatives.Location/Travel
This position requires the individual to primarily work out of a company office in one of the following PepsiCo hub locations: Dallas, TX, Chicago, IL, Purchase, NY. Flexibility with occasional remote/work from home days is also available. This position involves 10-15% short duration travel (1-2 days per trip) in North America and limited international travel (1-2xs per year).Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted partner, advisor, coach, assessor, facilitator, program manager, and consultant to executives as a part of their holistic development experience and manage any associated developmental action planning or capability/coaching needs on both an individual and enterprise basis.
- Manage and deliver executive assessment programs and succession planning initiatives to meet evolving business needs.
- Write custom executive development reports, conduct necessary research, and support stakeholder and business interventions related to executive talent management.
- Serve as project lead and subject matter expert in enterprise-wide executive development projects, processes and tools.
- Partner with People Function/HR leaders, Talent Acquisition leaders, region Talent Management teams, and senior business leaders to address specific executive development needs and provide actionable solutions.
- Work with psychological assessment, leadership development, and executive coaching vendor partners to support new executive assessment design, program management, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Support executive transitions and onboarding elements for new executive external hires or key talent move internally.
- Collaborate with People Operations team to provide a consumer-grade experience with our talent systems and technology including integrating new and existing vendor systems with people/HR systems for data flow-through, reporting requirements, executive development/talent tracking, dashboarding, and analytics.
- Demonstrate passion for and deep understanding of the executive assessment and development agenda and domain, including analysis, design, external research/perspectives, program implementation in alignment with the organization’s executive development and talent strategy.
- Manage and administer executive programs and processes, ensuring ongoing validation and effectiveness (ROI, utility, adverse impact).
Compensation and Benefits:
The expected compensation range for this position is between $123,500 - $206,750. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Applied Psychology or related field required
- 3-5 years of targeted experience in corporate executive development, executive assessment, executive coaching, and/or succession planning
- 2-3 years experience managing or supporting executive development or coaching programs at the enterprise level in a large multi-national organization; related region/sector/business unit experience will also be considered
- A high degree of comfort and presence when working with executives at senior and C-suite levels globally
- ICF Certification preferred
- Personality assessment certifications preferred (Hogan, OPQ, Insights, DISC)
- Demonstrated expertise in managing talent management & development systems and administering executive programs and processes
- Demonstrated expertise analyzing and curating insights from talent data
- Strong skills in research, reporting, and stakeholder engagement at the executive level
EEO Statement
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.Key skills/competency
- Talent Management
- Executive Development
- Succession Planning
- Executive Coaching
- Organizational Psychology
- Talent Strategy
- Leadership Development
- Assessment Programs
- HR Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
Skills & topics
- Talent Management
- Executive Development
- Succession Planning
- Executive Coaching
- Organizational Psychology
- Talent Strategy
- Leadership Development
- Assessment Programs
- HR
- Manager
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight executive development, coaching, and succession planning experience. Emphasize your PhD and any relevant certifications.
- Showcase executive presence: Demonstrate your ability to engage and advise senior leadership. Provide examples of your coaching impact.
- Quantify achievements: Use data to show the effectiveness of programs you've managed. Mention ROI or utility metrics.
- Research PepsiCo's talent strategy: Understand their approach to leadership development and succession. Align your application with their goals.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss challenging executive interactions and problem-solving scenarios.
Technical preparation
Master advanced executive assessment methodologies.,Develop expertise in succession planning frameworks.,Practice coaching techniques for senior leaders.,Familiarize with talent management systems.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex executive development challenge.,How do you influence senior leadership decisions?,Share an experience coaching a high-potential executive.,How do you handle confidential talent data?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Senior Manager, Talent Management role at PepsiCo?
- The Senior Manager, Talent Management role at PepsiCo focuses on leading and managing the executive development portfolio and serving as a coach for executives. This includes program management, executive succession planning, and talent management systems at an enterprise level.
- What qualifications are strongly preferred for the Talent Management Sr Manager position at PepsiCo?
- A Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a related field is strongly preferred, along with experience working with corporate executives as a coach or talent management expert.
- What is the expected salary range for the Senior Manager, Talent Management role at PepsiCo?
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $123,500 - $206,750 annually, with potential for a 15% performance-based bonus. Actual salary will depend on factors like location, skills, experience, and education.
- Does this Senior Manager, Talent Management role involve travel?
- Yes, this position involves 10-15% short-duration travel in North America (1-2 days per trip) and limited international travel (1-2 times per year).
- What kind of experience is required for the Senior Manager, Talent Management position?
- The role requires 3-5 years of targeted experience in corporate executive development, assessment, coaching, and/or succession planning. Additionally, 2-3 years of experience managing or supporting such programs at an enterprise level within a large multinational organization is needed.
- How does PepsiCo ensure a positive experience with their talent systems for this role?
- PepsiCo collaborates with the People Operations team to ensure a consumer-grade experience with talent systems and technology. This includes integrating vendor systems with HR systems for seamless data flow, reporting, tracking, and analytics.
- What benefits does PepsiCo offer to employees in this Senior Manager role?
- PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, various insurance options, and a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, in addition to salary and bonus.
- What are the location options for the Senior Manager, Talent Management position?