Manager, Global OD Partner

Who we are Gildan•Winston-Salem, NC

About The Position

In this strategic role, the Global OD Talent Partner SMD/Yarns serves as a strategic advisor and facilitator to align the organization’s global talent strategies with key business objectives. Embedded within a specific business sector, you will collaborate closely with business and HR leaders to implement and drive initiatives that support the performance, development, engagement, and retention of top talent—fostering a culture of performance, continuous development, and inclusion. You will also play a key role in ensuring the standardization and consistency of talent management processes across regions, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
8-10 years of experience in talent management, organizational development, or HR business partnering roles.
Demonstrated experience in facilitating talent and leadership programs and processes at a business unit or global level.
Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and partner with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and coaching skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in change management and organizational effectiveness a strong asset.
Global or matrixed organization experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor and facilitator to align the organization’s global talent strategies with key business objectives.
Collaborate closely with business and HR leaders to implement and drive initiatives that support the performance, development, engagement, and retention of top talent.
Foster a culture of performance, continuous development, and inclusion.
Ensure the standardization and consistency of talent management processes across regions, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and best practices.
Partner with business leaders and HR to understand sector-specific goals and translate them into targeted talent strategies.
Implement core talent management processes within the sector while ensuring consistency with global standards and frameworks.
Partner with leaders and HR to support talent-related change initiatives (e.g., restructuring, culture shifts, or transformation projects).
Champion organizational agility and resilience through coaching and strategic support.
Facilitate and support the implementation of global talent and leadership programs within the sector.
Identify capability gaps and collaborate with the learning and development team to address them.
Act as a thought partner and coach to business leaders and managers, providing advice on talent development and team effectiveness.
Promote mentoring and peer development initiatives within the business.
Support the annual succession planning process by identifying critical roles, assessing talent readiness, and developing actionable plans to build internal pipelines.
Track and monitor progress on development plans for successors and high-potential talent.
Guide leaders through the performance management cycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Provide insights and coaching to drive a high-performance culture.
Analyze engagement data and partner with leaders to identify themes and drive targeted actions.
Champion an inclusive and supportive work environment that promotes well-being and employee voice.