Senior Manager, Readiness & Adoption Capability

Senior Manager, Readiness & Adoption Capability (Senior Manager) The Senior Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of the Molex change management capability, focusing on helping the business and global capabilities successfully adopt and sustain new initiatives (e.g., systems, processes, organizational changes, interaction models, etc.) to realize value. Modeled as a “player-coach” role, this person will actively contribute to engagements and tasks while simultaneously leading, mentoring, and developing their team. Additionally, the Senior Manager will also develop and maintain the Digital Organization Learning & Development Strategy and enable Digital leaders to execute the strategy across their teams. The person in this role should lead with humility and demonstrate a strong commitment to adopting and applying the Koch/Molex culture and Principle Based Management (PBM). They will be expected to leverage the customized Molex change management framework to drive consistent applications while scaling their approach as needed to meet internal business and functional stakeholders where they are. This is an onsite role based at Molex HQ in Lisle, IL. Our Team This role is part of the broader Digital Business Operations team. Reporting to the Readiness & Adoption Capability functional owner, the Senior Manager will supervise a small team of Readiness & Adoption Business Partners. What You Will Do Readiness & Adoption Capability Leadership & Operations Lead the Readiness & Adoption Capability day-to-day (e.g., managing intake and capacity, engaging with key stakeholders, removing obstacles and barriers to success, etc.) Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing through ownership of the Molex Change Management Knowledge Community. Shape enterprise mindset toward adoption and sustainment (not just implementation) leveraging and applying PBM across all work and engagements. Supervise and develop team members; encourage ideas and autonomous work balanced with serving as a thought-partner and/or advisor to them on engagements, stakeholder interactions, deliverables, etc. Strategic Advisory for Projects and Initiatives Serve as a trusted advisor to business and IT leaders on change strategy, adoption risks, and readiness gaps. Partner with leaders to shape change roadmaps aligned to strategic priorities and value realization. Provide guidance on change management quality, risks, and execution for key initiatives. Guide teams in stakeholder analysis, change impact assessments, and engagement strategies. Support development of communication plans and change narratives aligned to business outcomes. Provide tools and guidance for teams to establish change agent networks across the organization to support adoption efforts. Enterprise Change Capability Development Own the Molex change management framework. Oversee the development, quality assurance, and maintenance of tools, templates, and methodologies to enable consistent execution of the framework. Lead enterprise-wide capability building through training, coaching, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Adoption & Value Realization Drive focus beyond project delivery and “Day 1” focus to adoption, sustainment, and measurable business outcomes. Advise teams on defining adoption metrics, readiness indicators, and sustainment strategies. Identify opportunities to improve effectiveness, reduce resistance, and accelerate value realization. Leverage data and insights to monitor adoption progress and inform continuous improvement. Develop, Execute and Manage the Digital Organization Learning & Development Strategy and Intern Program Build a structured L&D approach to guide developmental learning opportunities for Digital employees. Analyze our existing intern strategy and refine our approach to strengthen the pipeline for future Digital talent. Serve as steward of the Digital intern program, working in conjunction with HR, Koch, and other partners to execute a mutually beneficial experience for Molex and our interns. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) 15+ years in organizational change management, digital transformation, and/or business consulting. Significant experience developing adoption strategies and metrics. Proven leadership in enterprise-scale initiatives. Demonstrated executive presence and comfort with VP+ level engagement and challenge process. Experience in employee learning and development strategies. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (10%). What Will Put You Ahead Change management experience in a global, matrixed manufacturing company. Significant knowledge and proven application of PBM in daily work. For this role, we anticipate paying $175,000 - $190,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Molex