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Welder/Fabricator

Wyoming, MI · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

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Material Handler

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

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Machine Operator

Holland, MI · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

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The Seasonal Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a critical partner in driving the company's talent strategy during a period of rapid growth and expansion. This role is responsible for managing ...

The Seasonal Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a critical partner in driving the company's talent strategy during a period of rapid growth and expansion. This role is responsible for managing ...

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What is a talent strategy?

A Talent Strategy job focuses on aligning an organization's workforce with its business goals by developing and implementing strategic talent initiatives. This includes workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee development, and retention strategies. Professionals in this role analyze market trends, workforce data, and company objectives to ensure the organization attracts, develops, and retains top talent. They often collaborate with HR, leadership, and other departments to drive long-term workforce success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in talent strategy?

To thrive in a Talent Strategy role, you need expertise in workforce planning, talent acquisition, organizational development, and experience with human resources or related degrees. Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS), applicant tracking systems (ATS), analytics platforms, and possibly certifications like SHRM-CP help in leveraging data for strategic decision-making. Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills are essential for navigating complex organizational needs and influencing stakeholders at every level. These abilities are crucial for aligning talent initiatives with business goals, ensuring a competitive and agile workforce.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in talent strategy roles?

Talent Strategy professionals often navigate challenges such as balancing short-term hiring needs with long-term workforce planning, and staying ahead of rapidly evolving industry trends. They may also encounter difficulties implementing change management initiatives or gaining buy-in from leaders across the organization. Collaboration with multiple departments is frequent, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only strengthens the organization’s talent pipeline but also provides ongoing opportunities for professional growth and strategic impact.

What does a talent strategy do?

A talent strategy involves planning and implementing methods to attract, develop, and retain skilled employees to meet organizational goals. It includes workforce planning, talent acquisition, and employee development, often utilizing data analysis and HR tools to align talent needs with business objectives.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Talent Strategy jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Talent Strategy job openings:

Infographic showing various Talent Strategy job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Exec Dir Talent & Performance Mgmt

Jackson, MI • On-site

Consumers Energy
Utilities • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Consumers Energy rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the One Energy Plaza headquarters located in Jackson, MI.  The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).  

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Executive Director, Talent & Performance Management is responsible for developing and executing the enterprise talent strategy to ensure the organization has the workforce capabilities, leadership strength, and talent needed to achieve current and future business objectives. This role leads talent acquisition, learning and development, leadership and professional development and talent programs, including performance management, talent reviews & succession and talent mobility.

The Executive Director partners closely with Human Resources and business leadership to ensure talent solutions are business aligned, effectively deployed across the company and serve to strengthen organizational capability and accelerate business performance. The role is accountable for establishing integrated talent strategy, process, systems, tools and governance that align workforce investments with business needs and company strategy.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and delivery an integrated enterprise talent lifecycle, including talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, leadership competencies, performance management, career development, talent and succession planning, talent mobility, and offboarding, ensuring programs and practices are aligned to business strategy and future workforce needs.
  • Define, execute and govern the enterprise talent strategy to align workforce capability, leadership readiness, learning and development, talent acquisition and talent programs with business objectives and HR strategy.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with senior executives and leaders throughout the organization, establishing professional credibility and mutual trust while ensuring that business leaders receive high-quality advice, guidance and support to advance talent priorities and plans.
  • Establish governance, measures, and continuous improvement practices that strengthen program quality, adoption, compliance, and business impact.
  • Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
  • Lead analysis, monitoring, and tracking of talent management data to inform decisions. Accountable for data quality, reporting, and risk identification.
  • Provide strategic leadership & direction to Talent & Performance Management function. Direct, coach, mentor and develop team capabilities to effectively execute the overall talent strategy.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to deliver business results through effective partnership with business leaders and senior executives 
  • Business and financial acumen with ability to connect talent investments and business outcomes 
  • Demonstrated strength as a collaborative partner with proven relationship building skills at all levels of the organization 
  • Skilled communicator, able to convey complex information through data, story and presentations 
  • Able to apply lean methods and practices for continuous improvement
  • Broad human resources knowledge with a focus on delivering talent and development programs, processes, and tools that deliver business outcomes 
  • Ability to assess data, analytics and external insights in order to identify talent risks and opportunities for pro-active planning and solutions
  • Leadership Acumen with ability to coach, develop and align teams through transformation and change 
  • Resilient and able to positively manage a complex portfolio of high visibility initiatives 
Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Education/Training and Development, Business or related field and 12+ years of significant experience in operational Human Resources, including experience leading the development of talent and development programs; and experience leading and developing teams.
  • [OR] Associate's degree in Human Resource Management, Education/Training and Development, Business or related field and 14+ years of significant experience in operational Human Resources, including experience leading the development of talent and development programs; and experience leading and developing teams.
  • [OR] High School diploma and 16+ years of significant experience in operational Human Resources, including experience leading the development of talent and development programs; and experience leading and developing teams.

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Why should you join our team? 

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer: 

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Up to 13 paid Holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.


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