Vice President of Talent Management Location: Kansas City, MO, US, 64106 This position would require full relocation to the Kansas City area. This organization is committed to a “Best People + Right Culture” philosophy, focusing on hiring inspired individuals, providing challenging work, enabling innovation, and sharing rewards. The goal is to enrich lives through inspired people and places. The VP of Talent Management leads multiple functions within the People Team, including employee learning, talent development, performance, and engagement. This role is responsible for developing and executing the national talent management strategy, building scalable frameworks to support business growth through people. Key Responsibilities: Talent Management Leadership Build and execute a business-driven talent management strategy to advance internal mobility, capability growth, and leadership readiness. Oversee leadership development programs for all levels, from emerging leaders to executives. Manage performance management, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development. Advise executives and business leaders using talent intelligence and analytics. Direct engagement strategies to foster an inclusive, high-performing culture. Lead enterprise-wide learning strategies, leveraging modern tools and practical experiences. Oversee learning technology tools and resources. Lead a team of talent management professionals to deliver innovative, scalable solutions. Collaborate across HR and organizational leadership to align programs with business priorities. Fiscal Responsibility Manage day-to-day financial operations within assigned scope. Maintain fiscal records and ensure efficient operations. Align operational decisions with broader financial goals. Managing Others Inspire teamwork and collaboration. Communicate goals, motivate team performance, and recognize accomplishments. Assess and manage quality of work produced by the team. Direct assignments and goal setting for optimal productivity. Participate in talent management activities, including performance evaluation, feedback, recruiting, and employee development. Provide coaching and remove obstacles to optimize team performance. Serve as a change agent supporting corporate initiatives. Additional Responsibilities Conduct actions professionally and comply with company policies. Continuously develop proficiency in the role. Maintain a professional appearance and workspace. Participate in company safety and quality programs. Utilize technology to support responsibilities. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in organizational development, human resources, or related field (Required). Master’s degree in human resources, education, or business (Preferred). 10+ years in learning and development and/or talent/performance management (Required). 5+ years leading and managing high-performing teams. Experience in the construction industry (Preferred). Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of evidence-based education, cognitive learning theory, instructional design, and performance consulting. Track record of developing long-term capabilities of others and the organization. Strong business acumen and ability to align HR/learning programs with company goals. Experience working with business leaders in a matrixed, complex environment. Project management skills and experience leading large, dispersed teams. Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects concurrently. Ability to tailor communication to various audiences. Extensive coaching experience. Confident public speaking and interpersonal skills. Relationship-building and collaboration skills. Success designing and executing enterprise-wide programs. Executive presence and ability to influence across functions. Strategic thinking, operational agility, and passion for people development.
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