Strategic Initiatives Leader

SUMMARY

The Heritage Group is evolving quickly and will benefit from an individual to partner with the EVP of People + Culture (P+C) in the strategy development and implementation while the organization undergoes significant change. As a strategist, consultant, and implementer, the Strategic Initiatives Leader will help build trust, drive execution, and ensure activities within the organization are aligned with the strategic direction and the priorities of Senior Leadership, the People + Culture team (P+C), and the EVP. This individual will ensure effective and timely communication to all stakeholders paving the way for sustainable engagement and advocacy for cross-The Heritage Group (THG) talent projects, programs, technology advancements, and collaboration.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the P+C EVP and P+C leadership team to orchestrate and ensure timely and effective execution and integration of People + Culture Strategy across multiple projects and work-streams
  • Strategic Planning – Accelerate and influence cross-functional strategic planning (in alignment with the company's planning process), ensure P+C strategy, operating plans, programs, and budgets are in alignment, and measure and report on progress
  • Metrics – Benchmark across industry and markets, work with appropriate partners to identify relevant and compelling metrics and generate stakeholder reports that demonstrate progress
  • Infrastructure – Collaborate within P+C and with THG functional and HR partners to identify and use appropriate tools, methods, processes, and enabling technologies
  • Change management– Work with SME/project leads to identify possible risks and create mitigation/ contingency plans
• Continually learn about the Heritage businesses from inside and out, assess processes and practices, and propel the evolution of P+C processes, tools, and metrics
• Lead on behalf of the EVP and P+C and/or in partnership with P+C leaders the development and implementation of specific strategic initiatives
  • Plan, lead, coordinate, and collaborate with applicable partners, including consultants where applicable, to lead projects through analysis, implementation, and support phases
  • In the absence of the EVP, make project decisions that support project goals and align with the P+C and THG strategies
  • Organize and lead project teams via collaboration and influence
  • Coordinate and facilitate project team meetings, including agenda prep, documentation of meetings, follow up items, and communication on project decisions
  • Via communication and influence, keep project team members on track with their assignments
  • Proactively identify, document, communicate, problem-solve, and track issues
  • Schedule and facilitate post-implementation reviews, post-mortems, and other project closure activities
• Stakeholder Communication – For each project, working with others, draft or review P+C content for the HLC, employees, leaders, colleagues, clients, conferences, etc.
• Facilitate business enablement, change management, and organization readiness; be part of inspiring a change culture
• Foster communication among functions and business units; create and maintain cross-functional, cross-department relationships to enable P+C success.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 7+ years leadership experience
• Experience with budget and project management
• Experience with technology systems/platform transformation and implementation
• Consulting experience (internal or external) and consultative approach
• Experience planning and leading strategic initiatives
• Track record of influence and results
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Creative problem-solving skills
• A deep desire to build lasting relationships and to find win-wins in challenging situations
• Highly organized; success in project management
• Extremely versatile and dedicated to organizational results
• Master's degree in Business Administration preferred

This position is located in Indianapolis, IN. Qualified candidates must currently reside or be willing to relocate to the Indianapolis, In area.

About The Heritage Group

Founded in 1930, The Heritage Group (THG) is a fourth-generation family-owned business managing a diverse portfolio of companies specializing in heavy construction and materials, environmental services, and specialty chemicals. Companies within the THG portfolio include Heritage Environmental Services, Heritage Construction + Materials, and Monument Chemical. With more than 5,000 employees and 30 operating companies worldwide, THG aims to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family.

The Heritage Group welcomes the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all to work together to accomplish our goals

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