Senior Manager, Organisation and Talent Planning

Be part of something altogether life-changing!

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

The Senior Manager, Organisation and Talent Planning for Cytiva is responsible for driving and supporting core talent management activities including engagement, performance management, and advancing our talent pipeline.

This position is part of the Talent Management team within the HR function, with preferred location at one of our sites in the US or EMEA. At Cytiva, our vision is, to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you will do:

• Champion Engagement Initiatives: Spearhead the new associate survey and engagement strategy for Cytiva for 2024 and beyond. Lead, inspire, and empower a dedicated team of engagement champions to utilize survey results effectively, foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive positive business outcomes.

• Performance Management Optimisation: Support wing-to-wing performance management activities, providing robust support to business and HR teams, ensuring the seamless execution of annual processes with relevant guidance and training.

• Strategic Talent Development: Act as a strategic partner in critical activities aimed at pipeline growth, succession planning, and the targeted development of talent across the organization. Ensure our talent strategies align with organizational goals to cultivate a robust and future-ready workforce.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Human Resources, Organisational Development or related discipline with demonstrated experience in a medium to large organisation.

• Experienced in managing engagement-related activities in a complex, cross Expertise in performance management principles and methodologies, driving organisational improvements in quality and development outcomes.

• Strong ability to coach and facilitate discussion with global leaders both virtual and in-person.

• Adaptable and agile in fast-paced settings, responsive to changing business and stakeholder demands

• Strong data analysis and evaluation skills for informed decision-making.

• Positive mindset with a passion for advancing and improving our foundational HR processes and talent framework.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Familiar with Danaher Business Systems and process-focused, continuous improvement environments.

• Qualifications in coaching and leadership development highly regarded, along with certification in change management (e.g., Prosci) with practical HR application.

• Experienced in managing and launching global projects and monitoring progress.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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