Senior Manager of Talent and Performance Management

Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Drive enterprise-wide impact by shaping how talent is developed, performance is measured, and future leaders are built across the organization. As the Senior Manager of Talent and Performance Management, you will lead the strategy and execution of integrated talent and performance programs aligned to business priorities and organizational success. You will partner closely with HR Business Partners, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, scalable processes, and meaningful change across the employee lifecycle. Ideal for a strategic, forward-thinking leader, this role leverages analytics, HRMS technology, and strong partnerships to build organizational capability and drive measurable business results.

The salary range for this position is $114,000 - $170,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the integrated talent and performance management strategy.

Align performance evaluation with talent reviews and succession planning.

Partner with leadership on enterprise talent reviews.

Own the design and governance of the performance management framework, including the full process and calibration.

Drive accountability, differentiation, and development.

Partner with HRMS teams to optimize systems.

Translate business requirements into system enhancements.

Develop dashboards and analytics.

Provide strategic recommendations.

Standardize and document processes.

Ensure scalability and governance.

Lead change strategies and adoption planning.

Develop communication strategies for talent cycles.

Advise leadership on talent strategy.

Execute talent programs, including mentorship.

Manage vendors.

Minimum Education and Experience

7–10+ years of experience in talent and performance management.

Strong HRMS/HRIS experience.

Experience with analytics, reporting, and dashboards.

Proven change management leadership.

Strong stakeholder influence and executive presence.

Experience with project management.

Quarterly visits to headquarters in Salisbury, MD.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience working independently, as well as within cross-functional teams in a collaborative, professional environment.

Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and take initiative.

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrate strong presentation skills.

Deliver engaging presentations to various audiences.

Possess strong writing and editing skills.

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

Preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Maintain ability to travel to other offices.

Possess experience with SuccessFactors.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.

May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.

May need to access files, supplies and equipment.

Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.