Sabert, a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions is seeking to hire a Talent Management Lead to work as a hybrid role out of our Sayreville, NJ Corporate office. 15-20% Travel for the company is estimated. We are offering a very competitive pay range of $110,000 up to $150,000 per year Salary with benefits. This is a full-time, salary position requiring a high level of commitment and professionalism. As the leader of the Center of Excellence (COE) for Talent Management , the Talent Management (TM) Lead will drive key initiatives that support Sabert’s People Strategy. This role is responsible for designing, launching, executing (in partnership with HR Business Partners), tracking, auditing, and continuously improving core talent management initiatives.
Your day-to-day will include but is not limited to:
Onboarding:
Standardize and implement select onboarding activities for new hired/promoted leaders, such as LMS, performance management process, engagement results/takeaways, main conclusions & actions regarding talent/people review, etc.
Training & Development Programs & Actions:
Support the identification, design, delivery, and evaluation of training and development initiatives for both people leaders and individual contributors.
Co-direct and facilitate key training programs, including U-Lead, leadership learning series, and other ad hoc programs.
Track training KPIs and certification metrics.
Provide guidance and oversight to subject matter experts to ensure training initiatives align with best practices (e.g., assessments, follow-ups, nudges).
Serve as one of Sabert’s Super Admin users for the LMS; ensure its proper functionality and identify opportunities to enhance usage.
Identify value-added training activities that can be executed or tracked through the LMS.
Talent Review & Succession:
Coordinate the Talent Review and Succession Planning process across U.S. operations.
Ensure actionable development plans are in place to improve performance, reduce risk, and prepare future leaders.
Monitor progress and follow up on action plans.
Performance Management:
Design and coordinate the performance management process within U.S. operations.
Support HRBPs in training, execution, and tracking of the process.
Continuously improve tools and processes to drive individual and team performance.
Employee Survey & Engagement Pulse:
Partner with HRBPs to manage the deployment, analysis, and feedback cycle for employee surveys and engagement pulse checks.
Additional Responsibilities:
Support the design and implementation of key HR initiatives that build a high-performing workforce and foster a positive, engaging workplace culture.
Our Benefits Plan is designed specifically to support our team members and their family through all of life’s ups and downs, recognizing the diverse needs of our workplace. Our plan provides:
Competitive and comprehensive benefits options that allow you to choose your own plan based on your individual needs
Provides long-term financial security for you and your family
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage (Medical & Dental)
401(k) Plan
Survivor Benefits (company-provided Life Insurance; Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance)
Paid Time Off Program (paid holidays; paid vacation based on service)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, or an equivalent.
A Master’s degree is a plus! (but not required)
Minimum of 7 years in Talent Management, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or similar HR role.
Lead at least two Talent Management processes from the list above (Key Responsibilities).
Designed and launched HR processes in partnership with HRBP or similar roles.
Experience leading training and development in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.
Skills & Abilities:
Project Management: Able to manage multiple tasks and projects; works effectively in small, collaborative teams.
Analytical Thinking: Structured and data-driven approach to problem solving.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building abilities; comfortable interacting with all levels of the organization.
Facilitation & Presentation: Confident communicator and skilled presenter in group settings.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formatting, conditional formulas).
Instructional Design: Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and evaluation methodologies.
Language: Spanish proficiency is a plus.
LMS Experience: Prior experience managing a Learning Management System is a plus.
Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position.