Director - Talent Management

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.Position SummaryReporting to the Vice President, Global Talent, the Director, Talent Management will lead IDEX’s enterprise talent management strategy to develop, engage, and retain top talent in support of business growth.This role is central to building a high-performing organization by strengthening leadership pipeline, employee engagement, and the quality and consistency of talent decisions across the enterprise. This leader serves as the architect and owner of IDEX’s integrated enterprise talent management system and operating rhythm, ensuring alignment across performance management, succession, development, engagement, and internal mobility to drive workforce capability and business performance.A key focus is evolving IDEX’s talent management approach into a scalable, enterprise-wide, data-driven system enabled by modern technology that:Establishes clear enterprise talent standards, governance, and operating rhythmsImproves the quality, consistency, and transparency of talent and development decisionsStrengthens succession planning and pipeline depth for critical rolesAdvances employee engagement and listening through surveys, insights, and action planningBuilds a high-performing Talent Management team equipped to deliver strategic, data-driven outcomesThis role leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise talent practices, partnering with HR and business leaders to design practical, fit-for-purpose talent solutions that strengthen leadership capability and organizational effectiveness.This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois at IDEX Corporate Headquarters, with a hybrid schedule (three days per week in office).Primary ResponsibilitiesOwn and evolve IDEX’s integrated enterprise talent management system, aligning performance, succession, leadership development, engagement, internal mobility, and workforce capability into a cohesive, scalable modelDefine and lead the enterprise talent operating cadence, including talent reviews, succession cycles, performance processes, and engagement rhythms, ensuring consistency, adoption, and impact across business unitsEstablish enterprise talent standards, governance, and frameworks, using influence to drive adoption while intentionally defining where differentiation is required to meet business unit and workforce segment needsLead enterprise succession planning and talent review processes, including readiness assessments, pipeline analysis, and development planning to strengthen bench strength for critical rolesDefine and advance the talent data, analytics, and technology strategy, including system roadmap, vendor partnerships, and digital-first tools that improve decision quality, transparency, and user experienceDesign and continuously improve core talent frameworks and tools (e.g., talent reviews, role profiles, career pathing) to clarify critical roles, differentiate performance and potential, and enable targeted developmentOwn the employee engagement and listening strategy, including survey design, insights, and action planning to improve organizational health and leader accountabilityPartner with Global Talent, HR, and business leaders to design and implement fit-for-purpose talent lifecycle processes, ensuring strong business ownership, adoption, and alignment to workforce needsLead, develop, and organize the Talent Management team, aligning resources to enterprise priorities and building capability across core talent domainsSupport enterprise and senior leadership talent discussions, providing insights on succession, pipeline health, engagement, and organizational effectivenessMonitor external talent management trends and emerging practices, bringing thought leadership to evaluate, prioritize, and selectively integrate innovations that enhance IDEX’s talent strategy and outcomesHow Success Will Be MeasuredAdoption and effective utilization of enterprise talent management and engagement processes, tools, and standardsQuality and usability of talent and engagement insights to inform senior leader decisionsStrength of leadership pipeline and succession readiness for critical roles, including improved coverage and reduced time-to-readyQuality and consistency of talent decisions across business units (e.g., differentiation, succession alignment, development actions)Leadership effectiveness in talent development, performance management, and succession planningImproved employee engagement, survey participation, and follow-through on action planningQualificationsBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Human Resources, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field preferred10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Organizational Development, Leadership Development, or broader HR leadership rolesDemonstrated experience leading Talent Management in a complex, decentralized or matrixed organization, including standardizing enterprise processes while balancing business needsStrong expertise in succession planning, talent reviews, leadership assessment, performance management, and employee engagementProven experience designing and implementing talent strategies, operating models, and metrics that improve leadership pipeline strength, engagement, development outcomes, and internal mobilityExperience leveraging talent technology, survey platforms, and analytics to drive decisions and improvementsExperience ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant talent practices, including governance of performance, succession, and assessment processes across regionsDemonstrated ability to build or transform enterprise talent management functions, including scaling across global or decentralized organizationsPrior experience leading a Talent Management team, including setting priorities, managing performance, and building capabilityIndustrial, manufacturing, or complex B2B environment experience preferredAttributes & SkillsStrategic thinker who translates business and talent needs into actionable talent management strategiesProven change leader who can operate effectively in a decentralized, matrixed environmentAbility to influence without authority to drive enterprise standardization while effectively navigating when and how to tailor solutions for specific businesses or talent segmentsStrong program management capability; able to manage multiple enterprise initiatives simultaneouslyAnalytical and data-driven; uses insights to inform decisions and improve outcomesClear, concise communicator with executive presence; influences senior leaders and HR partnersCollaborative, low-ego approach; builds trust and strong relationships across functionsProcess-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset; simplifies and standardizes where appropriateStrong external perspective with the ability to translate market trends into practical, value-added talent solutionsHigh integrity and judgment with a commitment to fairness, consistency, and confidentialityAbility to operate as both an enterprise architect and pragmatic business partnerAre you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?Total RewardsThe compensation range for this position is $158,600.00 - $237,800.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.Benefits PackageOur comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.This posting is for an existing vacancy.‌Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.‌SummaryLocation: Northbrook, IllinoisType: Full time