Director of Talent Management

Zekelman • Chicago, IL

5d

About The Position

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in. Role Summary Zekelman Industries is seeking a Director of Talent Management to lead the enterprise strategy for developing talent, strengthening leadership capability, and building a high-performance organization. This role owns the integration of Learning & Development, Performance Management, Leadership & Executive Development, Workforce Development, and Succession & Talent Pipelines to ensure the organization has the right skills and leaders to meet current and future business needs. The Director partners closely with executive leadership, HR, and business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational priorities and drive measurable business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in talent management, learning and development, or organizational development
• Demonstrated experience leading performance management, leadership development, and succession planning initiatives
• Strong experience with LMS platforms, talent systems, analytics, and budget management
• Deep expertise across learning, performance, leadership, workforce development, and succession
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders
• Strategic, data-driven mindset with strong business acumen
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and coaching skills
• Proven ability to design and scale enterprise-level talent solutions

Nice To Haves

• CPLP or similar professional certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Learning & Development Develop and execute an enterprise-wide learning and development strategy aligned with business goals and workforce needs Identify capability gaps using performance data, KPIs, and workforce analytics Design and deploy scalable learning solutions using blended delivery models (in-person, virtual, e-learning, coaching, job shadowing, etc.) Ensure regulatory, safety, and compliance training meets company and external requirements
• Performance Management Own and continuously evolve the performance management framework to drive clarity, accountability, and development Partner with leaders to strengthen goal setting, ongoing feedback, and development planning Integrate performance management with learning, leadership development, and career pathing Analyze performance trends to inform talent and workforce strategies
• Leadership & Executive Development Design and deliver leadership development programs for frontline leaders, managers, and senior leaders Lead executive leadership development initiatives focused on strategic leadership, enterprise thinking, and change management Serve as a strategic advisor and coach to senior leaders on leadership effectiveness and team performance
• Workforce Development Lead workforce development initiatives to address current and future skill needs Partner with HR and business leaders to align hiring, onboarding, and role readiness with development strategies Support internal mobility and upskilling to meet evolving business demands
• Succession & Talent Pipelines Design and lead enterprise succession planning and talent pipeline strategies for critical roles Partner with leaders to identify high-potential talent and create targeted development plans Strengthen internal talent pipelines to support long-term organizational sustainability
• Measurement, Systems & Governance Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness and ROI of talent, learning, and leadership initiatives Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS) and related talent systems to ensure accurate tracking and reporting Use data and insights to continuously improve programs and outcomes
• Financial & Vendor Management Own and manage budgets related to talent management initiatives Select, manage, and negotiate with external vendors and development partners Ensure cost-effective, high-impact program delivery
• Collaboration & Leadership Partner cross-functionally with HR, Operations, Safety, and business leaders Influence at all levels of the organization through strong executive presence and relationship-building Lead and develop talent management team members, as applicable Travel to Zekelman facilities as needed to support development initiatives (approximately 30%) Perform other duties as assigned Regular, full-time, predictable attendance is an essential function of this role

Benefits

• Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.
• In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director