Transition Manager

We are partnering with a global industry leader in the consumer brand space to find an exceptional talent who will drive transformative change on a global scale. In collaboration with Aquent, a premier talent partner dedicated to placing top-tier professionals in impactful roles, you will help shape the future of retail and supply chain planning. This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking global team where your strategic vision will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and seamless execution, leaving a lasting legacy across international markets.

The Opportunity

In this dynamic and pivotal role, you will be the catalyst for seamless transition, empowering teams worldwide to adopt innovative processes and tools that define the future of global planning capabilities. You will design and execute change management and transition strategies that ensure high user adoption, minimize resistance, and deliver measurable value. By partnering with cross-functional leaders in planning, supply chain, technology, and analytics, you will create the playbooks and training programs that establish new, highly efficient ways of working on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive change management and transition strategies for the deployment of global planning initiatives.
• Develop and deliver tailored training plans, user adoption strategies, and playbook documentation to support process evolution.
• Build strong stakeholder alignment and manage clear, consistent communications throughout the capability lifecycle.
• Measure, track, and report on user adoption, value creation, and overall impact post-launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive alignment and transparency from initial concept to value delivery.
• Suggest and implement creative solutions to optimize processes and enhance team performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Facilitate collaboration across multiple international geographies, managing flexible communication schedules to align with global teams.

What You Bring (Required Skills)

• 7+ years of experience in change management, transition management, planning, or capability development.
• Proven track record of successful program management and leading complex organizational change.
• Demonstrated experience in process creation, training design, and driving user adoption.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Advanced expertise in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and familiarity with Excel for data analysis.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• A degree in Change Management, Transition Management, or a related field is preferred (equivalent experience will be considered).

Bonus Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Familiarity working across international geographies and diverse global markets.
• A background in planning, supply chain, or retail capability development.
• Hands-on experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Smartsheet or Airtable.
• Prior experience working with major global consumer or retail brands.