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Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning
full-time•Boston•$141k - $176k
About this role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Who we are</strong></p>
<p>At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.</p>
<p><strong>What we do</strong></p>
<p>The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!</p></div><p><strong>Role overview</strong></p>
<p>The Senior Manager, People Strategy & Talent Management Programs & Planning plays a critical role in translating People Strategy into action. This role leads the Talent Management team in the planning, execution, and operational excellence of company wide people initiatives, with a strong focus on talent management programs. They will also partner with our Operations team to drive effective end-to-end People Strategy operations.</p>
<p>This individual will lead a team that serves as a central connector across the People Strategy team, Operations, Analytics, Systems, and key cross-functional partners to ensure programs are delivered with clarity, consistency, and measurable impact. The ideal candidate is both strategic and execution-oriented—comfortable driving complex initiatives while ensuring operational rigor and scalability.</p>
<p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p>
<p>People Strategy Program & Project Management</p>
<ul>
<li>Lead the planning and execution of major People Strategy initiatives, including organizational design, restructuring, and talent management programs.</li>
<li>Serve as a central program management partner across People Strategy, ensuring accountability, clear ownership, and consistent progress across initiatives.</li>
<li>Establish project management frameworks, timelines, and governance to ensure effective delivery of complex, cross-functional work.</li>
</ul>
<p>Talent Management Programs & Platforms</p>
<ul>
<li>Serve as the primary leader for Lattice and other talent management platforms.</li>
<li>Lead a team through the end-to-end planning and execution of talent management programs (e.g., performance cycles, goal setting, feedback, development initiatives).</li>
<li>Own the design, strategy, and implementation of all talent programs while balancing input from People Strategists, Talent Management team, People Development and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Partner with our Communications team to drive communication planning and execution for talent management initiatives, ensuring clarity, consistency, and strong employee and leader engagement.</li>
<li>Partner with People Analytics and Systems teams to track participation, completion, and impact metrics, using insights to continuously improve programs.</li>
</ul>
<p>People Strategy Operations & Process Optimization</p>
<ul>
<li>In partnership with our Operations team, oversee and optimize operational processes across the employee lifecycle, from hire through termination.</li>
<li>Partner closely with Finance, Payroll, Legal, and other key stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of employee changes and compliance with policies and regulations.</li>
<li>Act as a core operational partner and SME to the People Strategy team, ensuring strategists and COEs are well supported and able to focus on high-impact work.</li>
<li>Identify and implement opportunities for automation, standardization, and process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Data and Analytics teams to ensure accurate coding, tracking, and reporting of employee changes, exits, and related data.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What you'll bring</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>7+ years of experience in People Strategy, HR Program Management, Talent Management, or related roles.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs in a fast-paced or scaling organization.</li>
<li>Strong experience owning and administering talent management platforms (Lattice experience preferred).</li>
<li>Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Data-informed mindset with experience partnering with Analytics or Systems teams to measure impact and improve outcomes.</li>
</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span data-sheets-root="1">The displayed range represents the expected annual base salary / On-Target Earnings (OTE) for this position. On-Target Earnings (OTE) is inclusive of base salary and on-target commission earnings, which applies exclusively to sales roles.<br><br>Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.<br><br>This annual base salary forms part of a comprehensive Total Rewards Package. In addition to benefits, this role may qualify for discretionary bonuses/incentives and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).</span></p></div><div class="title">Position Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$141,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$176,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><br>Working at CarGurus</strong></p>
<p>We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.</p>
<p><strong>We welcome all</strong></p>
<p>CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. <span data-lucid-type="application/vnd.lucid.text" data-lucid-content="{"t":"Working at CarGurus \nWe reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.","m":[{"s":0,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":0,"n":"p","v":1.1036906734302876},{"s":0,"n":"b","v":true,"e":19},{"s":0,"n":"c","v":"#000000ff","e":21},{"s":0,"n":"s","v":19.999999999999996,"e":21},{"s":19,"n":"p","v":1.1036906734302876},{"s":21,"n":"a","v":"left"},{"s":21,"n":"p","v":1.1036906734302876},{"s":21,"n":"c","v":"#1d1c1dff","e":730},{"s":21,"n":"s","v":20,"e":730}]}">#LI-Hybrid</span></p></div>
What you'll do
- Lead the planning and execution of major People Strategy initiatives and manage the Talent Management team. Ensure effective delivery of complex, cross-functional work while optimizing operational processes across the employee lifecycle.
About CarGurus
CarGurus was founded in 2006 in Cambridge, Massachusetts by Langley Steinert, co-founder of TripAdvisor, who saw an opportunity to create a better car-shopping experience using technology and data analytics. In just over a decade, CarGurus has become the most visited automotive shopping site in the US, with more car listings than any other major online automotive marketplace. CarGurus also operates sites in Canada and the UK.
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What does CarGurus pay for a Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning?
CarGurus offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning role. The salary range is USD 141k - 176k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning do at CarGurus?
As a Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning at CarGurus, you will: lead the planning and execution of major People Strategy initiatives and manage the Talent Management team. Ensure effective delivery of complex, cross-functional work while optimizing operational processes across the employee lifecycle..
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The Senior Manager, Strategic Talent Programs & Planning position at CarGurus is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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