Talent Program Manager

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St Louis, MO, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Design
The Role
Designs, manages, and improves talent programs spanning leadership development, onboarding, performance management, career growth, technical licensure, and early talent initiatives. Partners with business and People Team leaders to translate talent needs into development experiences, manage performance and development planning processes, measure program effectiveness, and improve employee readiness. Uses data, technology, AI tools, and stakeholder feedback to enhance program delivery and participant experience.
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About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.


 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


 

Job Description:

Who You'll Work With 

At Design Group, you'll collaborate with business leaders, People Team partners, and talent development professionals to strengthen leadership capability, accelerate talent readiness, and support the long-term growth of our organization. You'll help translate talent priorities into scalable programs and experiences that develop team members, strengthen internal pipelines, and reinforce a high-performance culture. 

 

As a Talent Program Manager, you'll partner closely with the Talent Development Leader and key stakeholders across the business to design, implement, and continuously improve talent programs that support leadership development, onboarding, performance management, and career growth. 

What You'll Do 

In this role, you'll lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of talent programs that strengthen organizational capability and support critical talent pipelines. You'll work with leaders and People Team partners to deliver meaningful development experiences, manage talent processes, and use data-driven insights to improve program effectiveness and employee readiness. 

  • Design, manage, and continuously improve talent programs that strengthen leadership capability and internal talent pipelines 

  • Lead development programs such as leadership acceleration, director development, technical licensure, and early talent initiatives 

  • Translate business and talent needs into structured learning experiences, development plans, milestones, and program outcomes 

  • Manage talent programs from design through execution, stakeholder engagement, measurement, and continuous improvement 

  • Analyze participant data, feedback, and business insights to evaluate program effectiveness and readiness outcomes 

  • Oversee the annual performance cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, year-end reviews, and performance calibrations 

  • Develop communications, tools, resources, timelines, and guidance that support consistent execution of talent processes 

  • Design and enhance onboarding experiences that accelerate readiness for key talent populations and leadership roles 

  • Manage the individual development planning process and create resources that support career growth conversations 

  • Partner with business leaders and People Team stakeholders to deliver practical leadership development experiences and learning solutions 

  • Leverage technology, AI tools, and process improvements to enhance program delivery, efficiency, and participant experience 

What You'll Bring 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field 

  • 5+ years of experience in talent development, leadership development, learning and development, talent management, or related areas 

  • Experience designing and leading talent initiatives from strategy through execution 

  • Experience using data, feedback, and business insights to assess program effectiveness and make recommendations 

  • Experience managing complex projects, stakeholders, timelines, and multiple priorities simultaneously 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • AEC, engineering, professional services, or consulting industry experience 

  • Experience supporting leadership development, performance management, or succession planning programs 

  • Experience using learning technologies, talent systems, AI tools, or digital platforms to enhance development experiences 

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

Design Group

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in talent development, leadership development, learning and development, talent management, or related areas
  • Experience designing and leading talent initiatives from strategy through execution
  • Experience using data, feedback, and business insights to assess program effectiveness and make recommendations
  • Experience managing complex projects, stakeholders, timelines, and multiple priorities simultaneously
  • AEC, engineering, professional services, or consulting industry experience
  • Experience supporting leadership development, performance management, or succession planning programs
  • Experience using learning technologies, talent systems, AI tools, or digital platforms to enhance development experiences

Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.

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The Company
HQ: Saint Louis, MO
5,547 Employees

What We Do

We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!

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