Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Change Manager is a key role responsible for driving and overseeing organizational change initiatives within the company. This position involves developing change management strategies, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and ensuring the successful implementation of changes across various business units. The Change Manager plays a critical role in promoting employee engagement, minimizing resistance, and fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop comprehensive change management strategies that align with the organization's goals, values, and objectives. Identify potential barriers to change and develop proactive plans to address them effectively. Engage with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization to communicate the vision for change, solicit feedback, and gain buy-in and support for change initiatives. Build strong relationships and create a coalition of change champions to facilitate the change process. Conduct thorough assessments to understand the impact of proposed changes on various aspects of the organization, including people, processes, technology, and culture. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruption and ensure successful adoption. Develop clear and effective communication plans to keep stakeholders informed about the rationale for change, the anticipated benefits, and the timeline for implementation. Coordinate training and development activities to equip employees with the skills and knowledge needed to adapt to new processes, systems, and ways of working. Lead the execution of change initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and resources to ensure timely and effective implementation. Monitor progress, identify barriers, and take proactive measures to address issues and mitigate risks. Proactively identify sources of resistance to change and develop strategies to address them. Provide support and guidance to employees and leaders navigating the change process, fostering a culture of openness, transparency, and resilience. Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of change initiatives. Collect and analyze data to assess adoption rates, employee engagement, and overall impact on business outcomes. Use insights to refine strategies and improve future change efforts. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by soliciting feedback, sharing best practices, and incorporating lessons learned from previous change initiatives into future plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation and organizational growth. All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Bachelor's degree in business administration, organizational psychology, human resources, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Proven experience in change management, organizational development, or related roles, with a track record of successful change initiatives. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others at all levels of the organization. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts in a clear and compelling manner. Solid project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in change management methodologies, tools, and techniques. Certification in change management (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) is highly desirable. Wurth Industry North America Key facts: 110+ locations across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil More than 2,600 employees More than 420,000 standard parts Part of the Wurth Group, $15B+, which operates over 400 companies in more than 80 countries and has more than 79,000 employees FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR COMPANY CULTURE: LinkedIn - Facebook - YouTube - EEOC STATEMENT: The Wurth Industry North America gro p of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws. The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws