Director, TD Programs

What You Need To Know

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is North America's preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

At Southern Glazer's, you'll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you're looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Overview

The Director, Talent Development Programs partners with senior business leaders, HRVPs, and HR Centers of Excellence to understand the business strategy and build an innovative, best-in-class talent development (TD) strategy and roadmap for SGWS. The Director formulates and drives alignment to strategic direction and oversees the design, development, implementation, and ongoing management of TD programs, such as functional development, product/category education, and technical skills. Leads TD Program Managers and fosters strong relationships with internal and external partners. Facilitates and builds a culture of trust, respect, innovation, and data-driven decision making.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, & delegate work of SGWS TD Program Managers; provide guidance and development to the team to execute against objectives and adjust to shifting organizational priorities while ensuring that every team member receives continuous performance feedback, career planning, and development planning
• Direct TD team activities, including the approval of project plans/proposals and the selection of TD team managers/members; direct daily operations of TD, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines
• Develop and measure effectiveness of annual team objectives aligned to the business, HR, and assigned business functions.
• Manage national and regional budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of the department and TD programs
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve upon company-wide and function-specific TD programs to build capabilities and meet organizational objectives, including conducting ongoing needs assessments through data-driven methods to identify and prioritize mission-critical knowledge and skills gaps
• Partner with People Analytics to create and monitor key measures of success for all TD programs and solutions; facilitates continuous improvement and optimization of training costs and impact based on feedback mechanisms, competency evaluation and ongoing analysis of key metrics
• Research and keep up-to-date of industry trends, innovations, and best practices in the TD field
• Establishes strong relationships with key stakeholders and business unit leaders to ensure that TD initiatives and technology are aligned with individuals, team, and organizational needs
• Own the partnership with organizational effectiveness and HR Technology teams to identify and implement the latest platforms that deliver a robust learning experience for employees
• Promote the value of the TD Team's services to executive leadership through continuous education and communication, including the effectiveness and ROI of existing programs

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 7 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience• Demonstrates knowledge of financial, business, and project management principles involved in strategic planning, employee & financial resource allocation; possesses analytical skills, including the ability to draw general conclusions from data and communicate analytical findings to others• Possesses advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, software applications, HR technology, and learning management systems (LMS) capabilities/functionalities• Demonstrates persistence in the face of obstacles; reliable, responsible, dependable, fulfills obligations and responsibilities• Demonstrates knowledge and application of instructional design principles and methods for curriculum and training design, implementing TD processes and programs, adult learning theory, and measurement of training effectiveness and ROI• Demonstrates effective leadership skills and capabilities to build and maintain dynamic, remote teams, including motivating, developing, coaching, monitoring performance of, and directing employees; directly addresses conflicts and problems and holds others accountable• Demonstrates ability to communicate information to all relevant stakeholders and business functions within the appropriate time frame and setting; cascades information throughout all levels of the organization effectively• Demonstrates integrity by being honest and consistently adhering to the moral and ethical standards set by Southern Glazer's values, policies, and procedures; maintains discretion when working with sensitive/confidential subject matter such as employee data• Committed to professionalism (i.e., professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, professional attitude, appearance), demonstrates composure and objectivity even in high-stress situations or when receiving constructive feedback• Strong change management skills, including implementation of initiatives, aligning perspectives, and implementing change• Ability to formulate, deliver, and implement a strategic vision that considers a long-term perspective and anticipation of the future state of TD and SGWS• Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications• Makes concerted effort to serve as an advocate for diversity and inclusion, is sensitive to and respectful of varying cultural values and norms; is open, flexible, and patient when dealing with new and diverse perspectives and elevates diverse perspectives to benefit the organization

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

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