Manager, People Performance Programs

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today. We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level. Join us and let’s shape the future of data. We are looking for a highly collaborative performance and talent development specialist who is interested in delivering an enterprise performance management experience that builds high performing teams and fosters a culture of innovation at WD. This position reports to the Director of Performance in Talent Development and Inclusion and will partner with a variety of stakeholders and subject matter experts across the company to deliver year-round performance programming, where performance and development are managed continuously. This is a perfect opportunity if you are looking to be a part of a team that is developing new, future-forward talent development programs, and are eager to take on new opportunities and challenges with curiosity and enthusiasm in a dynamic environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver year-round performance process from inception to execution, including goals, mid-year check-ins, year-end performance reviews, assessments and calibrations, that is in alignment with organizational goals and WD Culture. Develop digital and AI program content and tools that are self-directed and build critical capabilities among our employees and managers to understand and take ownership of managing performance continually, using best practices and frameworks Develop content and facilitate in-person and virtual education sessions to prepare managers and employees to be accountable to their responsibilities in the performance process and to practice goal setting, assessment, and coaching and feedback techniques to drive performance improvement Partner with HR business partner teams to identify functional and regional needs and to augment/localize performance resources as needed to build understanding and drive adoption   Define and deploy measurement tactics, including data analysis and visualization, to identify audience needs and show effectiveness of performance program and adoption initiatives, partnering with People Analytics when needed Develop assets for change management initiatives to support performance and development adoption Ensure that year-round performance management programming elements deliver consistent and fair performance outcomes that fully recognize an employee’s contributions and minimize bias Establish strong cross-functional relationships to continuously collect the voice of the business and voice of the employees to be incorporated into our performance and development strategy and experiences Required: 5-10 years experience in Talent Development function at a global company Master’s degree in HR, Instructional Design, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development or related field preferred Proven experience in: Building performance and development experiences and resources that drive measurable behavioral change Displaying technical prowess, including literacy in software and learning platforms similar to Workday, Cornerstone, and AI fundamentals Ideating, creating, and delivering modern talent experiences as part of a larger AI-driven learning transformation Using a consultative approach to translate employee needs into engaging resources Managing projects with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and measure progress and success against competing priorities Demonstrates key skillsets and mindsets: Strong analytics, communications, and presentation skills   Working in a global, corporate environment (cultural intelligence) Goal-oriented, proactive, accountable, and passionate about driving business-driven outcomes Uses a design-thinking and data-driven approach to decision-making Challenges the status quo to move beyond traditional ways of doing things Maintains a positive attitude and forward-thinking approach despite challenges Embraces continual, lifelong learning Actively seeks out industry research and benchmarking Ability to manage the uncertainty of change and work in an agile environment Can influence without authority A peer coach with strong connection to team WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. 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