Sr. Manager, Succession Planning

Why choose us?Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.Main responsibilities:Enterprise Talent & Program LeadershipLead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide talent management programs, with a strong emphasis on leadership potential assessment, talent reviews, and succession planning.Drive complex, cross-functional initiatives using disciplined program management—managing timelines, aligning stakeholders, escalating risks, and implementing mitigation strategies Strategic Talent ConsultingServe as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on applying organizational talent and performance philosophies.Translate data insights and industry best practices into actionable recommendations that strengthen leadership capability and organizational effectiveness Process OptimizationContribute to the evolution of talent and succession planning philosophy, strategy, and tools.Develop tools, frameworks, and assessments that enable leaders to make informed, consistent leadership potential and succession-related decisions Change LeadershipBuild and execute change strategies that guide stakeholders through adoption and sustainment of new and/or evolving talent programs.Develop and deliver change plans—including stakeholder engagement, impact assessments, readiness evaluations, training, and communications—to ensure smooth transitions and long-term success.Talent Analytics & InsightsUse data analytics to identify trends, diagnose gaps, measure program effectiveness, and inform enterprise talent strategy. Coaching & Capability BuildingCoach HR business partners and leaders on talent philosophy.Strengthen talent acumen across the organization through guidance, tools, and thought partnership.Needs Assessment & Solution DesignPartner with business units to assess talent needs and develop resources aligned with enterprise talent strategy.Talent Management Generalist SupportProvide expertise and support across the broader talent portfolio, including process design, program execution, and peak-cycle operations.We are looking for candidates who possess the following:Deep knowledge of talent management methodologies and philosophies.Proven ability to translate talent strategy into practical, scalable business solutions.Strong influencing, communication, and collaboration skills, especially in ambiguous or fast-changing environments.Ability to prioritize and execute effectively in a dynamic, matrixed organization.Excellence in process design, project management, change management, and analytical thinking.High integrity, sound judgment, and alignment with ACI’s values.Ability to operate as an advanced individual contributor with minimal direction.Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).High attention to detail.We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:7 plus years of experience leading or implementing talent and performance management programs, ideally in a matrixed environment.Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with a related degree (e.g. Organizational Development, Organizational Behavior, Industrial / Organizational Psychology); Master’s Degree is a plusFamiliarity with systems thinking and/or design thinkingAbility to travel 10-15% of the time (may vary depending on base location)Our Values – Click below to view video: ACI ValuesA copy of the full job description can be made available to you.#LI-RC4 Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.Bring your flavorBuilding the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThis Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io(option #4).Full timePosting Date: 2026-04-01