Logo of Huzzle

Home

Matches

Explore

Manage

Senior Manager of Employee Engagement

image

Best Buy

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Minneapolis
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need 8+ years in relationship management, 7+ years in volunteer engagement/program management, 5+ years supervising, strategic planning skills, and a strong grasp of trust-based philanthropy.
  • You will lead employee engagement innovation, execute programs, manage a supporting team, develop ambassador networks, and collaborate on communication plans and training materials.

Requirements

  • 8 years of experience of relationship management - managing employees and/or nonprofit partners
  • 7 years of experience working with volunteer engagement programs and project/program management in philanthropy, preferably in a corporate setting
  • 5 years of experience directly supervising employees and/or leading cross departmental teams or employee volunteer networks
  • 5 years of demonstrated ability to develop, manage and implement strategic plans
  • Deep understanding of trust-based philanthropy
  • Ability to influence and lead cross departmental teams
  • Comfort with ambiguity

Responsibilities

  • Lead innovation in employee engagement – understanding trends and best practices in field to inform strategy and execution.
  • Partner with Social Impact Leadership to co-create strategy and set goals with clear success metrics.
  • Execute employee engagement programs offering primary support to core areas within Social Impact and secondary support to broad-based employee-choice efforts across the Best Buy enterprise.
  • Manage team supporting employee engagement efforts such as Geek Squad Academy, Month of Service, Nonprofit Board Placement, Matching Gifts, Sponsorship Activation, Disaster Relief and other strategic initiatives/resources that are designed/developed.
  • Develop cohesive and streamlined approach for all ambassador networks, including but not limited to, Geek Squad Academy Event Managers/Teen Tech Center Liaisons/St. Jude Walk & Run Captains/ERG & FIN Leaders, to allow them to effectively activate engagement efforts with key stakeholder partners.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (as appropriate) to create employee engagement communication plan, training materials, etc.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Senior Manager of Employee Engagement?

The main responsibility is to develop, manage, and execute company-wide engagement efforts, including designing and updating programs and analyzing results for meaningful employee impact.

What kind of programs will I be managing in this role?

You will manage programs such as Geek Squad Academy, Month of Service, Nonprofit Board Placement, Matching Gifts, Sponsorship Activation, and Disaster Relief, among other strategic initiatives.

What are the basic qualifications required for this position?

The basic qualifications include 8 years of relationship management experience, 7 years of experience with volunteer engagement programs, 5 years of supervisory experience, and 5 years of experience developing and implementing strategic plans.

Is previous experience in philanthropy required?

Yes, preferably you should have experience working with volunteer engagement programs in a corporate setting, which includes philanthropy.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include a deep understanding of trust-based philanthropy, the ability to influence and lead cross-departmental teams, and comfort with ambiguity.

What type of benefits does Best Buy offer for this position?

Best Buy offers competitive pay, a generous employee discount, and support for physical and mental well-being, among other benefits.

Will I be working with a team in this role?

Yes, you will manage a team that supports employee engagement efforts and collaborate with internal teams for effective engagement strategies.

Is any travel required for this position?

The job description does not specify travel requirements, but you may need to interact with various stakeholders which could involve occasional travel.

What is Best Buy's commitment regarding workplace culture?

Best Buy is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employees can bring their authentic selves and unlock unique career possibilities.

How does Best Buy ensure employee participation in engagement programs?

Best Buy aims to create a cohesive and streamlined approach for ambassador networks to effectively activate engagement efforts, thereby encouraging broad participation.

image

Best Buy

Our purpose is to enrich lives through technology.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1966
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Best Buy, our purpose is to enrich lives through technology. We do that by leveraging our unique combination of tech expertise and human touch to meet our customers’ everyday needs, whether they come to us online, visit our stores or invite us into their homes. With over 1,000 stores and more than 90,000 employees in the United States and Canada, we solve key human needs in the areas of productivity, security, health, entertainment, connectivity, and more. We’re a community of courageous change-makers, ambitious collaborators, and inspiring friends. Whether it’s working as a Geek Squad Agent, an in-store advisor, or in our corporate office, we offer each other support and prepare for what might come next. We wake up every morning so we can do our part in shaping the future of a changing world. Together, we raise the bar for what’s possible and dream up new solutions to problems we’ve never encountered. We master innovative skills that we didn’t know were within grasp and turn everyday interactions into human connections built to last. If change motivates you, if technology inspires you — we’re here for you. Tomorrow works here™.