Work location:
Jiangmen, Guangdong Province
Position Summary
Leads learning & development related activities for global initiatives including needs assessment, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs. Manages multiple projects while interacting with all levels of employees.
Responsibilities
1. Collaborate with internal business partners, subject matter experts, program owners, project teams and business leaders to conduct formal learning needs assessments and identify performance gaps
Design and develop learning solutions to meet designated objectives and needs at a local and global level
2. Act as project manager for multiple complex projects and ensure proper communication, prioritization, and execution
Support local learning activities and designated business partners in developing and deploying training programs
3. Implement organizational development programs, processes, and training initiatives to proactively address organizational development and business needs, through a variety of delivery means (e.g., live, e-learning, self-paced, etc.) as appropriate for the target audience
4. Continuously evaluate training progress & effectiveness, adjust programs based on the objectives and evaluation feedback, share best practices with other team members. Provide advice and apply diverse approaches to help participants learn and upskill/reskill effectively
5. Implement learning and development policies and procedures, audit, reporting, yearly training plans & learning activities
6. Manage team of direct reports including activities focused on LMS administration and learning development by providing direction, support and ensuring successful delivery of stated objectives
7. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Requirements:
1. Bachelor’s degree in training, education, human resources, business, or related field.
Training & Development certification preferred.
2. 7+ years of total working experience or equivalent. 3+ of those years focused on the planning, design, development and implementation learning and development initiatives in a corporate setting. Experience in a manufacturing environment.
3. Strong interpersonal skills shown by a demonstrated ability to collaborate, build strong relationships and trust with key stakeholders and employees at all levels
4. Thorough understanding of learning and development processes and knowledge on adult learning techniques
5. Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in a multicultural, multinational environment
6. Hands-on experience in training program design and delivery
7. Knowledge of LMS administration (Saba preferred), eLearning course development and standards (e.g. SCORM). Knowledge and skills in video production, multimedia tools and virtual training applications would be an advantage
8. Proficient with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams)
9. Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees and leadership, taking a lead role where required and supporting where appropriate
10. An in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing, engineering and/or automotive industry is required
Excellent service mindset, independent, self-motivated, organized, detailed-minded and willing to work under pressure
11. Experience managing a team of direct reports
12. Proficiency in English & Chinese