Change Manager

• 5 month contract (may extend)
• Hybrid in Seattle, WA

Job Description

The Change Manager will lead end-to-end change management activities for a high-impact, cross-functional initiative that spans Sourcing, Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Product Development, and Global Supply Chain teams.

This role focuses on driving successful implementation and adoption of an internally developed sourcing technology solution (SIMS), partnering closely with program leaders, product owners, sourcing, finance, technology teams, and diverse stakeholders.

The position is ideal for a change management professional who blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution and is passionate about guiding people through transformational change in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive change management strategy that aligns with program objectives and organizational values.
• Conduct detailed change impact assessments to identify business process, technology, and organizational impacts across functions.
• Assess organizational readiness for SIMS implementation and identify barriers to adoption, escalation points, and mitigation actions.
• Create and maintain integrated change, communication, and training plans that are aligned with project milestones and timelines.
• Partner with program leadership, product owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure change activities are coordinated with delivery schedules.
• Identify, monitor, and proactively mitigate change risks and resistance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Map stakeholder groups, assess their specific impacts, and develop targeted engagement and support strategies for each audience.
• Design and develop role-based training programs and learning materials, including instructor-led training content, virtual training assets, e-learning modules, job aids, quick reference guides, and support resources.
• Create and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new processes, workflows, and system interactions introduced by SIMS.
• Deliver training sessions, workshops, office hours, and knowledge-sharing forums to build confidence and competence among end users.
• Partner with Learning & Development teams to ensure training solutions are scalable, sustainable, and integrated into ongoing learning programs.
• Identify and engage impacted stakeholder groups across the organization to build awareness, understanding, and commitment to the change.
• Develop and execute communication strategies that drive awareness, clarity, and adoption, using appropriate channels and messaging for each audience.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and teams navigating change, providing guidance on messaging, engagement, and risk mitigation.
• Gather, synthesize, and analyze stakeholder feedback to continuously refine change, communication, and training approaches.
• Foster collaboration, trust, and inclusion throughout the change journey, modeling a people-first mindset and resilient behavior.
• Define adoption metrics, success measures, and key performance indicators in partnership with business leaders.
• Monitor readiness, training participation, and adoption metrics during implementation and post-launch, and report insights to program leadership.
• Establish feedback mechanisms such as surveys, focus groups, and user forums to capture user sentiment and improvement opportunities.
• Support stabilization and reinforcement activities following go-live, including targeted coaching, refresher training, and communication campaigns.
• Capture lessons learned and best practices from the SIMS program to inform future transformation initiatives and enterprise change efforts.
• Collaborate with sourcing, finance, technology, and global supply chain stakeholders to ensure a seamless rollout and positive user experience.
• Contribute to project planning and coordination activities to keep change management deliverables on track and aligned with overall project plans.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Change Management, Organizational Change, Digital Transformation, or closely related disciplines.
• Proven track record supporting enterprise system implementations or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience designing, developing, and delivering training programs, SOPs, workflows, and end-user documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives across multiple functions and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence without direct authority.
• Robust project planning and organizational abilities, with experience managing multiple workstreams and priorities.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments with shifting priorities and complex stakeholder landscapes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with Smartsheet for planning, tracking, and reporting change-related activities.
• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience supporting supplier management, procurement, master data management, sourcing, or supply chain programs.
• Familiarity with change management methodologies such as Prosci, ADKAR, Agile Change Management, or similar frameworks.
• Experience working within large, matrixed, global organizations.
• Background in retail, food and beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or related industries.
• Relevant certifications or degrees in Change Management, Organizational Development, Business, Communications, or related fields.
• Experience with enterprise change management and system implementation in complex environments.
• Strong project management capabilities supporting enterprise change initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute stakeholder engagement strategies that drive adoption and sustained behavior change.

Work Environment

This role operates in a highly visible, cross-functional environment that connects sourcing, finance, technology, product development, and global supply chain teams.

The position requires working onsite in Seattle four days per week, providing close collaboration with colleagues and direct access to program stakeholders.

The work focuses on meaningful, enterprise-level transformation with broad cross-functional impact and local partnerships, offering a strong sense of connection to what is happening across the organization.

The environment supports excellent work-life balance, while still providing exciting, high-priority work in a dynamic setting where change, innovation, and continuous improvement are valued.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $100.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe.

Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.

S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500.

We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter. com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.

By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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