Head of People Transformation

DICK'S Sporting Goods

About The Position

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today! OVERVIEW: Job Duties & Responsibilities Strategic Transformation Partner closely with the Chief People Officer to shape and execute the People Transformation strategy aligned with the company’s overall vision and objectives. Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner in the design and implementation of scalable people initiatives that enhance organizational agility and employee engagement. Organizational Capabilities & Learning Own and evolve the company’s Learning & Development strategy, focusing on leadership development, skills building, and career progression. Design frameworks and programs that build critical organizational capabilities and support a culture of continuous learning and high performance. Work cross-functionally with executive leadership and with HRBPs to uncover business-critical gaps to drive the talent development agenda. Partner with Talent Acquisition on capability-building efforts for future talent in alignment with business direction. Change Management Lead enterprise-wide change management efforts, ensuring successful adoption of new processes, systems, and cultural initiatives. Develop long-term HR strategies for enterprise-wide change readiness. Develop and apply best-in-class change frameworks and methodologies to support major transformation initiatives. Partner with DSG as needed on change initiatives impacting the wider organization. Program Management Office (PMO) Manage and mentor the Manager of Performance & PMO to ensure executional excellence in key people programs and initiatives. Oversee the prioritization, tracking, and delivery of strategic HR projects, ensuring alignment with business needs, timelines, and resource constraints. Rewards Lead the continuous improvement of compensation, benefits and recognition programs to ensure competitiveness, equity and alignment with business goals. Oversee internal equity analysis, annual compensation planning process and incentive design. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in Business administration, HR, organizational development VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS: At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following: Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews. AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process. Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification. If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone! ACHIEVING SUCCESS AT DICK’S SPORTING GOODS Everything we do is focused on helping athletes achieve their dreams. Accomplishing this takes a team of people committed to being their best. That means learning, growing, advancing and exploring new experiences. Advancing in our career is much like a climbing wall; it isn't always a vertical path. Climbers plan their path, make moves in every direction and reach further. Whatever direction you want to explore, we encourage you to be brave, curious and hungry for new experiences. We are the athletes, the coaches, the energy in the stands, and the fans that fill them. The referees that call the games and the neighbor that can’t wait until the next one. The sports enthusiasts that wake up and strive to reach our personal best. We are DICK’S Sporting Goods – a community united by our passion for sport, standing together in our pursuit of our best. What we bring to the game is what we believe will change it. By upholding the values that strengthen our performance, fosters collaboration, and ignites our desire to win, we actively demonstrate the impact and change we inspire when we work as one.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in Business administration, HR, organizational development
7-10 years of experience in HR, transformation, people leadership

Responsibilities

Strategic Transformation Partner closely with the Chief People Officer to shape and execute the People Transformation strategy aligned with the company’s overall vision and objectives.
Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner in the design and implementation of scalable people initiatives that enhance organizational agility and employee engagement.
Own and evolve the company’s Learning & Development strategy, focusing on leadership development, skills building, and career progression.
Design frameworks and programs that build critical organizational capabilities and support a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
Work cross-functionally with executive leadership and with HRBPs to uncover business-critical gaps to drive the talent development agenda.
Partner with Talent Acquisition on capability-building efforts for future talent in alignment with business direction.
Lead enterprise-wide change management efforts, ensuring successful adoption of new processes, systems, and cultural initiatives.
Develop long-term HR strategies for enterprise-wide change readiness.
Develop and apply best-in-class change frameworks and methodologies to support major transformation initiatives.
Partner with DSG as needed on change initiatives impacting the wider organization.
Manage and mentor the Manager of Performance & PMO to ensure executional excellence in key people programs and initiatives.
Oversee the prioritization, tracking, and delivery of strategic HR projects, ensuring alignment with business needs, timelines, and resource constraints.
Lead the continuous improvement of compensation, benefits and recognition programs to ensure competitiveness, equity and alignment with business goals.
Oversee internal equity analysis, annual compensation planning process and incentive design.