RaceTrac Company Overview
Job Description:
Role Summary
RaceTrac is building the talent capabilities needed to support our continued growth. The Director, Talent & Performance will build and lead the strategy, design, and evolve our enterprise talent programs, including performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee growth. Partnering closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and HR Technology, this role helps ensure we attract, develop, and advance the talent needed to build a high-performing, future-ready organization.
This position is based on site in Atlanta, GA at RaceTrac's Store Support Center. We are conducting a broad talent search and welcome exceptional candidates regardless of location. Relocation assistance considered for individuals whose experience and capabilities align strongly with the needs of the role.
Why This Role Matters
As RaceTrac continues to grow, this role will help:
Strengthen leadership pipelines for critical roles.
Build a more effective and consistent performance culture.
Increase visibility into succession readiness and bench strength.
Expand development opportunities across all employee populations.
Connect talent planning, leadership development, internal mobility, and hiring strategies.
Key Capabilities:
Strategic Leadership
Balances long-term vision with disciplined execution.
Aligns talent strategies with business priorities.
Uses data and insights to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
Talent Development Expertise
Deep expertise in performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, and leadership development.
Builds practical, scalable solutions that strengthen organizational capability.
Creates a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Influence & Partnership
Builds credibility with senior leaders and stakeholders.
Leads through influence and drives alignment across the organization.
Champions change and adoption of new initiatives.
People Leadership
Develops high-performing teams and future leaders.
Fosters accountability, collaboration, and inclusion.
Builds strong partnerships across HR and the business.
Success Measures (First 6–12 Months)
Improved adoption and effectiveness of performance management practices.
Stronger succession pipelines and increased visibility into bench strength.
Enhanced leadership and employee development offerings.
Consistent enterprise talent processes and operating rhythms.
Actionable talent insights that support business decisions.
Trusted partnerships with leaders, HR Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition.
Who You'll Work With
This role reports to the Executive Director, Talent & Culture and partners closely with:
Executive and senior business leaders
HR Business Partners
Talent Acquisition
HR Technology and Workforce Analytics
Compensation and Total Rewards
Operations, Restaurant, Distribution, and Corporate leaders
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- Lead RaceTrac's enterprise talent strategy across performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee development.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on talent, organizational effectiveness, and workforce readiness.
- Design and continuously improve performance management processes that drive accountability and results.
- Lead enterprise succession planning and talent review processes, including identification of critical roles, talent risks, and leadership pipelines.
- Develop scalable leadership and employee development programs that build organizational capability.
- Own the annual talent operating rhythm, aligning performance, development, succession, and workforce planning activities.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to align internal mobility, succession planning, and external hiring strategies.
- Leverage talent analytics and insights to inform decisions and measure organizational health.
- Partner with HR Technology to optimize talent systems, reporting, and adoption.
- Lead and develop a high-performing Talent & Development team and foster strong partnerships across HR and the business.
Qualifications:
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or HR leadership.
Proven experience designing and leading enterprise talent strategy including programs, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into scalable solutions.
Experience influencing senior leaders and leading organizational change.
Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams.
Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills
Master's degree in a related field.
Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations with frontline and corporate employee populations.
Experience in retail, convenience, restaurant, hospitality, distribution, or similarly complex environments highly preferred.
Experience implementing or optimizing talent management technology.
Professional certifications in talent management, coaching, leadership development, or organizational development.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field
- 10+ years progressive experience in Talent Management, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or HR leadership
- Proven experience designing and leading enterprise talent programs including performance management, succession planning, and leadership development
- Strong business acumen with ability to translate strategy into scalable solutions
- Experience influencing senior leaders and leading organizational change
- Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams
- Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
- Master's degree in a related field
- Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations with frontline and corporate employee populations
- Experience in retail, convenience, restaurant, hospitality, distribution, or similarly complex environments
- Experience implementing or optimizing talent management technology
- Professional certifications in talent management, coaching, leadership development, or organizational development
RaceTrac Petroleum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RaceTrac Petroleum and has not been reviewed or approved by RaceTrac Petroleum.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer matching and immediate vesting is offered. Access to both Traditional and Roth options enhances long‑term savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard, with life and disability insurance included. A wellness program can reduce future‑year medical premiums when activities are completed.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Hourly store teams can access Daily Pay, and perks include free coffee and fountain drinks, food discounts, recognition programs, and a CareTrac hardship fund. These day‑to‑day benefits offer practical convenience and support.
RaceTrac Petroleum Insights
What We Do
RaceTrac is the premier gas station in the South. Whether you need to fill up your tank, or you need to grab a quick snack, RaceTrac has whatever gets you going.
