The Talent Management Specialist plays a critical role in driving the organization’s talent strategy by designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-wide talent processes and programs. This role serves as a practitioner who partners closely with HR leaders, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to enable strong succession pipelines, effective performance management, and targeted development opportunities that build organizational capability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Talent Processes & Programs
- Lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of core talent management processes, including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, promotion review committees, and employee development planning.
- Support the rollout and adoption of talent tools, frameworks, and systems; act as a subject matter expert for business leaders and HR team members / leaders.
- Collect and analyze talent data (succession readiness, promotion rates, engagement, retention, etc.) to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
- Facilitate calibration sessions and talent discussions with leaders to ensure consistency, fairness, and meaningful outcomes.
Leadership Development Support
- Partner with L&D colleagues to align talent processes with leadership and functional development programs.
- Contribute to building competency models, career pathing frameworks, and development resources to support employee growth.
Organizational Effectiveness
- Collaborate with HR team members and leaders to identify critical roles, high-potential talent, and development strategies for succession planning.
- Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on best practices in assessing, developing, and retaining talent.
- Participate in change management efforts for new talent initiatives and HR systems implementations.
Data, Reporting & Technology
- Manage talent data, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and usability for decision-making.
- Develop dashboards and reporting to measure program effectiveness, employee movement, and progress against talent strategy goals.
Special Projects
- Lead or support enterprise-level projects related to talent management.
- Benchmark against industry best practices and contribute new ideas to advance organizational talent practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Four-year college degree, plus 3 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong knowledge of Talent Management and HR technology platforms (HRIS, LMS, performance / talent tools).
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights and recommendations.
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills; able to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels.
- Demonstrated project management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Success Measures
- Increased talent pipeline strength and succession readiness.
- Improved adoption and leader engagement in talent processes.
- Demonstrated linkage between talent programs and business outcomes (e.g., retention, promotions, internal mobility).
- Positive feedback from HR and business leaders on support and expertise provided.
50,000 - 63,000
Skills Required
- Four-year college degree plus three years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong knowledge of talent management and HR technology platforms, including HRIS, LMS, and performance or talent tools
- Advanced analytical skills and ability to translate data into insights and recommendations
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Ability to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
What We Do
Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise with more than 1,700 stores located primarily in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest and Northeast United States. The Company and its team of over 17,000 employees serve an estimated two million customers each day through its network of retail gasoline and convenience stores in 27 states. The majority of Murphy USA's stores are located in close proximity to Walmart Supercenters, but we also operate standalone stores that market gasoline and other products under the Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek brands. Murphy USA ranks 214 among Fortune 500 companies. Such exponential growth speaks to Murphy’s commitment to provide quality fuels, convenient locations and best-in-class customer service. Today, the company continues to move forward for the benefit of its customers, investors, employees and other valued partners by making solid alliances, responsible investments and smarter business practices.
