Summary

The Organizational Development and Learning Manager plays a key role in advancing our mission to create the Best Cheese in the World by enhancing performance through organizational development initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing strategies that build a culture of continuous learning, foster engagement, and develop Team Member capabilities to drive organizational success. As a trusted partner, the Organizational Development and Learning Manager collaborates with leaders to assess needs, design tailored initiatives and provide innovative solutions to support business objectives. This position is based in Plymouth, WI, with a minimum on-site requirement of four days per week and oversees one direct report.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Culture Leadership: Champion Sartori’s culture and values by modeling and coaching the desired behaviors. Integrate Values in Action into organizational programs, communication, and change management efforts.
• Strategy Development: Collaborate with leaders to develop and execute organizational development strategies aligned with the company’s goals, including leadership development, performance management, onboarding and engagement initiatives.
• Needs Assessment: Partner with business leaders to assess training and development needs that support organizational objectives.
• Program Design & Management: Design, manage, and evaluate organizational development programs, using best practices for adult learners.
• Training and Development: Create and facilitate programs that enhance skills, knowledge, and competencies. Evaluate effectiveness and adjust as needed.
• Performance Management: Lead Sartori’s performance management process including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback. Oversee system configuration, communication, and training.
• Career Management: Implement the company’s career management strategy, including career paths, competency modeling, and development tools aligned with company culture and needs.
• Change Management: Lead organizational change initiatives, including developing communication plans and providing support to ensure smooth transitions.
• Team Member Engagement: Develop and implement strategies to enhance Team Member engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Establish metrics to evaluate the impact of organizational development initiatives and guide continuous improvement.
• Technology Management: Leverage technology to enhance learning programs and oversee the strategic direction of the UKG Pro™ Learning to maximize its benefits.

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, or related field, required.
• Certification in organizational development (CPTD), change management, coaching, or related is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in organizational development, talent management, or related field required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and change management practices.
• Proven ability to design and implement training and development programs.
• Experience managing Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and improvements.
• Professional facilitation experience required.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Values Alignment: Demonstrates behaviors aligned with Sartori’s culture and values.
• Leadership and Influence: Inspires and influences teams and stakeholders, creating shared vision and driving alignment with organizational goals.
• Relationship Building: Builds and maintains trusting relationships inside and outside the organization, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
• Strategic Thinking: Anticipates and prepares for future challenges and opportunities, developing strategies to meet long-term objectives.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Provides effective coaching and guidance to enhance performance and facilitate development while building Team Member confidence.
• Customer Focus: Anticipates and meets the needs of internal customers by delivering high-quality service and building strong partnerships.
• Project Management: Effectively scopes, plans, resources, and implements learning and development initiatives, ensuring timely and successful outcomes.
• Innovation: Drives creative thinking and continuous improvement by exploring new ideas, challenging the status quo, and embracing change.
• Decision Quality: Makes informed, timely decisions using a combination of data analysis, experience, and sound judgment.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies challenges and implements effective solutions to address them.
• Adaptability: Handles ambiguity with confidence, effectively managing change and evolving business needs.

Additional Information

• Must adapt schedule to meet business needs based on manufacturing schedules.
• Occasional travel may be required (estimated 10%).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Enviroment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Team Member is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Team Members assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Sartori Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational and business needs as necessary.

About Organization

Sartori Company is an industry pioneer in premium specialty cheese. We specialize in making and selling world award-winning cheese to the finest retailers, restaurants, and food manufacturers in the US and the world. We’re proud that Sartori is a fourth-generation family owned and operated company in the great American tradition.

When you come to work at Sartori, you don’t just join a company, you join an extended family. We know it takes world-class talent to make the best cheese in the world. So we focus on attracting the very best people up front, and then we emphasize education, training and promoting from within. This creates a stimulating environment for growth and upward mobility. That’s why we function as a career destination, not just a stop along the road.