Name:
Change Management Partner
Location: Irvine, CA
Job Posting Location - City, State:
Irvine, CA
Work Type:
Full-time
Department:
HR Enablement

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!
 
We have an excellent opportunity for a full-time Change Management Partner based in our Irvine, CA* office!
 
The Change Management Partner reports to the HR Enablement Manager and will help guide our organization through meaningful transformation with people at the heart of everything we do. You’ll partner closely with HR, Supply Chain leaders, and cross‑functional teams to shape change experiences that are clear, supportive, and impactful. If you’re energized by complexity, comfortable with ambiguity, and believe that successful change happens when people feel heard and supported, this could be a great fit for you.

If you are interested in playing a critical role in shaping how change is experienced across the organization and enjoy partnering with passionate business leaders who value thoughtful change, we would love to hear from you! This is an opportunity to build, influence, and leave a lasting impact on a culture that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer‑first thinking.

*This role is full-time, onsite.

General Responsibilities:
  • Partner with HR and Supply Chain business stakeholders to lead the people side of change for enterprise initiatives (e.g., systems implementations, process transformation, policy changes)
  • Develop and execute change strategies aligned to business goals, including: stakeholder impact assessments, change readiness evaluation, communication and engagement plans, training and reinforcement strategies
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, helping them navigate resistance, build sponsorship, and role‑model change
  • Create clear, compelling messaging that helps employees understand why the change matters and how it impacts them
  • Leverage data, feedback, and metrics to measure adoption and effectiveness of change efforts
  • Build change management capability across the business through coaching, tools, and best practices
  • Collaborate with project managers, communications partners, and learning teams to ensure change efforts are integrated and cohesive
  • Continuously evolve change management approaches based on lessons learned and emerging best practices

Work Schedule + Benefits:
  • Full-time, Exempt
  • Pay Range: $73,000-$96,000/annualized salary.
  • The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.
  • Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8AM - 5 PM. Will include travel to our Chino Facility about two times per week.
  • Some scheduling flexibility is required for off-site meetings and travel to additional satellite offices.
  • Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans, and Pet Insurance

Requirements:
  • 3+ years of experience in change management, HR transformation, organizational effectiveness, or related fields
  • Proven experience leading change for complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives
  • Strong working knowledge of change frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci or similar)
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills—written, verbal, and executive‑level
  • Ability to influence without authority and build trust at all levels of the organization
  • High emotional intelligence, resilience, and a people‑centered mindset
  • Comfort operating in fast‑paced, evolving environments

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Change management certification (Prosci, PMP, or similar)
  • Experience in project management tools (Asana, Jira, etc.)
  • Experience supporting large‑scale system implementations (HCM, ERP, benefits, payroll, etc.)
  • Background in HR Enablement, People Operations, or Transformation teams

Work Location Details
In-N-Out Burger plans to bring its west coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. After maintaining two Southern California office locations for many years, the company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and once again headquarter the company’s western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948. Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from our western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In-N-Out Burger.

ABOUT In-N-Out Burger
In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, Idaho, and Tennessee. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948, and we have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates. In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out Burger will provide a reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.
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