AutoNation is seeking a strategic and influential Director, Organizational Change Management & Transformation to lead enterprise-wide change initiatives, business transformation programs, and organizational effectiveness strategies. This leadership role is responsible for driving organizational change management, stakeholder engagement, leadership enablement, employee adoption, and business readiness across high-impact strategic initiatives.
The Director will partner closely with executive leadership, Human Resources, Communications, and business stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies that accelerate adoption, improve organizational performance, and enable sustainable business transformation. This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping organizations navigate change, strengthen leadership capability, optimize organizational design, and achieve successful transformation outcomes.
Operating within a complex, matrixed environment, the ideal candidate brings expertise in enterprise change management, organizational development, transformation leadership, stakeholder management, communications strategy, organizational design, and business process transformation. They will proactively identify risks, manage resistance, measure change adoption, and ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable business results.
Change Management & Business Transformation
•Lead enterprise-wide change management and transformation initiatives supporting business growth, digital transformation, operational excellence, and organizational change.
•Develop and execute Organizational Change Management strategies focused on stakeholder engagement, employee readiness, adoption, and sustainment.
•Apply structured change management methodologies, including Prosci, ADKAR, or equivalent frameworks, to drive successful implementation and business outcomes.
•Establish enterprise change governance, tools, metrics, and best practices to support multiple concurrent transformation programs.
•Evaluate organizational readiness, identify adoption risks, and implement mitigation strategies that improve change effectiveness.
Organizational Effectiveness & Organizational Design
•Partner with executive leaders to assess organizational effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve performance, scalability, alignment, and workforce agility.
•Lead organizational assessments, workforce planning efforts, operating model evaluations, and organizational design initiatives.
•Drive programs that strengthen leadership effectiveness, team performance, collaboration, and employee engagement.
Leadership Enablement & Stakeholder Management
•Coach senior leaders and executives on leading through change, building resilient teams, and driving employee adoption.
•Facilitate executive workshops, leadership alignment sessions, stakeholder engagement forums, and transformation planning discussions.
•Build influential relationships across the organization to drive alignment and accelerate strategic initiatives.
Communication & Change Adoption
•Develop integrated communication strategies that support organizational change and business transformation.
•Partner with HR, Internal Communications, and business leaders to create compelling change narratives and engagement plans.
•Measure adoption, stakeholder engagement, change readiness, and transformation success using key performance indicators (KPIs) and change analytics.
Required Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or related field.
•10 years of experience in Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Development, Business Transformation, Enterprise Transformation, Management Consulting, HR Transformation, or Strategy Execution.
•Proven success leading large-scale enterprise transformation, organizational change, and strategic initiatives.
•Experience implementing change management frameworks such as Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter, Lean Change Management, or equivalent methodologies.
•Strong executive presence with experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
•Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement, change communications, organizational design, leadership development, and adoption strategy.
Preferred Qualifications
•Prosci Change Management Certification or equivalent.
•Experience supporting digital transformation, technology implementation, ERP, CRM, HRIS, or enterprise-wide business transformation initiatives.
•Background in management consulting, organizational development, transformation offices, or corporate strategy environments.
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Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:
•Competitive compensation and 401k matching
•Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
•Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
•Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
•Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide
AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve.
AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.