Transition Manager

Overview

 We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Transition Manager to drive the evolution of global planning capabilities across international markets. In this role, you will be the catalyst for seamless transition, empowering teams worldwide to adopt innovative processes and tools that shape the future of retail and supply chain planning. If you thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and are passionate about guiding diverse teams through meaningful transformation, this is your opportunity to leave a legacy with a global industry leader. By joining this initiative, you will collaborate with a forward-thinking global planning team dedicated to process excellence, capability deployment, and driving cross-functional alignment. This role offers the unique opportunity to work across multiple international geographies, bridging the gap between strategy and execution to deliver enterprise-wide solutions.

In this critical role, you will lead the change management and transition strategy for assortment planning capabilities across global and regional teams. You will design and execute transition strategies that ensure high user adoption, minimize resistance, and deliver measurable value. By partnering with cross-functional leaders in planning, supply chain, technology, and analytics, you will create the playbooks and training programs that define new ways of working on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive change management and transition strategies for the deployment of global planning initiatives.
• Develop and deliver tailored training plans, user adoption strategies, and playbook documentation to support process evolution.
• Build strong stakeholder alignment and manage clear, consistent communications throughout the capability lifecycle.
• Measure, track, and report on user adoption, value creation, and overall impact post-launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive alignment and transparency from initial concept to value delivery.
• Suggest and implement creative solutions to optimize processes and enhance team performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Facilitate collaboration across multiple international geographies, managing flexible communication schedules to align with global teams.

What You Bring (Required Skills)

• 7+ years of experience in change management, transition management, planning, or capability development.
• Proven track record of successful program management and leading complex organizational change.
• Demonstrated experience in process creation, training design, and driving user adoption.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Advanced expertise in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and familiarity with Excel for data analysis.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• A degree in Change Management, Transition Management, or a related field is preferred (equivalent experience will be considered).

Bonus Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Familiarity working across international geographies and diverse global markets.
• A background in planning, supply chain, or retail capability development.
• Hands-on experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Smartsheet or Airtable.
• Prior experience working with major global consumer or athletic brands.