**Change Management Analyst / Change Management Practitioner** Hormel Food Corporation **About Hormel Foods —** **_Inspired People. Inspired Food._** **™** Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include _Planters_ _®_ _, Skippy_ _®_ _, SPAM_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _Natural Choice_ _®_ _, Applegate_ _®_ _, Justin’s_ _®_ _, Wholly_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _Black Label_ _®_ _, Columbus_ _®_ , _Jennie-O_ ® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — _Inspired People. Inspired Food._ _™_ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com . **Description:** As a Change Management Analyst/Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating organizational transformation and ensuring the successful execution of change initiatives. This role sits in the recently formed Change Management Office (CMO) and supports enterprise change initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing to various aspects of change management, including strategy execution, communication development, training development and delivery, project management, and resource creation. **Key responsibilities will include:** 1. **Change Strategy Execution:** 2. Assist in the development and execution of change management strategies that align with organizational goals and objectives. 3. Support the implementation of tools and processes aimed at enhancing the organization's change management capabilities. 4. Partner with change and project management vendors to elevate change management capabilities across the organization 5. **Communication:** 6. Create and execute communication plans to inform, engage, and empower team members throughout the change process. 7. Develop project-related messaging and content. 8. Partner with corporate communications and others in the change management office (CMO) to develop enterprise-wide messaging and content related to large-scale change initiatives, such as transform & modernize for growth 9. **Training Development and Delivery:** 10. Support the design and development of training programs to equip team members with the necessary skills and knowledge to adapt to change. 11. Assist in the delivery of training sessions as needed. 12. Partner with learning and talent development team to conduct needs assessments and recommend/create solutions to close core technical learning gaps, as it relates to areas of responsibility. 13. Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop appropriate curricula and resources to address the highest priority needs to include Transform & Modernize for Growth and other change initiatives as assigned. 14. Collaborates with team members and leaders to effectively implement change initiatives by coaching team members and leaders, providing applicable change resources, and providing feedback on strengths and areas that need improvement. 15. **Project Management:** 16. Collaborate with project managers and change management leads to ensure the seamless integration of change management efforts into project plans. 17. Help manage multiple change projects simultaneously, ensuring they stay on track and meet objectives. 18. **Resource Creation:** 19. Assist in the creation of change management resources, including guides, toolkits, and templates, to aid in the change management process. 20. Contribute to the development of change-related documentation and materials. **Qualifications:** Level of position offered (Change Management Analyst or Change Management Practitioner will be based on candidate’s experience and skill set.) + A bachelor's degree. + 3+ years of experience in change management activities such as writing communication, building training, or developing resources and plans to support project and change efforts. + Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. + Ability to collaborate and build relationships with cross-functional teams, leaders and key stakeholders. + Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. + Well-developed leadership, coaching and persuasive skills. + Proven interpersonal, problem solving and decision-making skills. + Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States. + Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience working in a plant production environment, human resources, project management, or change management + A record of successful project management and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. + Proven ability to present effectively to groups. + Prosci Certification **Location:** Austin, MN At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between **$80,800-$122,300 per year** , and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. **BENEFITS:** Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increase performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, paid vacation. For immediate consideration, send apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers **_At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:_** _https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_ **_Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status._** **Requisition ID** : 27848 Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.