Manager Next Gen Enablement

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Primary Purpose

Technology transformation only succeeds when it is thoughtfully planned, clearly communicated, and effectively adopted across teams. This role plays a key part in bringing that transformation to life—translating strategy into actionable programs that drive real change across the Technology organization.

As Manager II, NextGEN Enablement, you will execute and scale initiatives across transformation, change management, workforce strategy, and talent development. You’ll support the design and delivery of programs that help teams adapt to new ways of working, build critical skills, and stay aligned to our evolving Technology strategy.

This role is highly collaborative, working across Technology, HR, and Communications to support planning, learning, and engagement efforts. You’ll help ensure initiatives are well-organized, measurable, and impactful—driving adoption and strengthening how our teams operate. If you’re energized by turning strategy into action and helping teams navigate change effectively, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days.  Our core office location for this role is Salisbury, NC. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support team members in delivering transformation, change, and workforce initiatives on time and within scope


• Support the planning, design, and execution of operating model and workforce initiatives across Technology


• Coordinate change management activities, including communications, training, and readiness assessments, to support adoption of key initiatives


• Support Technology Talent Academy programs, skills development initiatives, and early-career pathways


• Maintain transformation dashboards, KPIs, and status reporting to track progress and identify areas for improvement


• Support engagement activities, leadership communications, and organizational updates tied to transformation efforts


• Manage vendors and budget items within assigned scope


• Drive continuous improvement in transformation, change, and workforce processes and tools


• Partner with stakeholders across Technology, HR, and Communications to align on priorities and execution plans


• Hire, develop, and coach associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Technology, HR, organizational development, or transformation-related roles


• Experience guiding, onboarding, or mentoring team members


• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience


• Strong project and program management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across teams and functions


• Solid understanding of Technology environments and organizational change practices


• Ability to translate strategic priorities into structured plans and execution activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field


• Certifications in change management (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) or Agile methodologies


• Experience supporting workforce planning, talent development, or learning programs

NC Salary Range: $108,880 - $163,320 

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Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. 

At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.

Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.

Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.

We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.