Change Management Lead | TELECOMMUTE |

100% telecommute.

Overview: Seeking a skilled Change Management Lead to spearhead a Data & Analytics platform modernization initiative. This role encompasses both change management responsibilities and project management aspects, requiring a versatile individual capable of driving organizational transformation while ensuring seamless transitions throughout the process. This candidate must have Prosci change management expertise. Skills in project management are very nice to have.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the change management efforts for the migration from Microsoft Synapse to the Databricks platform, facilitating a smooth transition for various business units.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand the impact of the transition on different departments and develop tailored change management strategies accordingly.
• Develop comprehensive communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment across the organization throughout the modernization process.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units, conveying the benefits and rationale behind the platform modernization.
• Implement using Cencora's change management framework, tools and methodologies (Prosci based) to drive adoption and mitigate resistance to change.
• Collaborate with Cencora's Change Management Center of Excellence to leverage existing work and coordinate with other large change initiatives
• Identify and address potential barriers to adoption, proactively seeking solutions to ensure project success.
• Provide ongoing support to end-users to facilitate the adoption of the new platform. Assess training needs and develop & execute training plan where needed.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change management initiatives, making adjustments as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Utilize project management skills to coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring the timely completion of milestones.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Organizational Change Management or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in change management, with a strong understanding of Prosci methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizational change initiatives, preferably within the technology or data analytics domain.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Certification in change management (e.g., Prosci) and project management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.