Global Talent Development Manager

Job Requirements

Why work for us?

Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we're delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we're always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!

Job Requirements:

The Global Talent & Learning Manager will lead a growing talent and learning team. This individual will not only manage and develop their team members, but they will also roll up their sleeves to build and deliver various learning and talent programs. As a close partner to the HR Business Partners and group leaders, this individual will play a key role to ensure learning programs exist to prepare our talent for the future and fill existing skill gaps.

Responsibilities:

Talent:

• Design and implement talent development programs, including onboarding, training, mentorship, and career development initiatives.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and talent assessments to identify high-potential employees and create personalized development plans.
• Lead the annual talent and succession process globally ensuring adequate follow up on talent review outcomes to improve the talent bench strength whilst improving the career experience for our employees.
• Work with the Rewards and Talent Sr. Managers to identify key roles and talent gaps within the organization.
• Develop and maintain succession plans to ensure continuity and readiness for critical positions.
• Identify and develop high-potential employees for future leadership roles through targeted development programs and career pathing initiatives.

Learning:

• Design, facilitate and manage leadership development programs (including needs analysis, communication/launch plans, SME partnership, etc.)
• Partner with the HR function and other stakeholders to align learning initiatives to support talent and skill gaps across the organization.
• Partner with external vendors and Business Groups to ensure successful execution of learning programs (i.e. sales training, executive training and coaching).
• Manage project plans, timelines and logistics to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Develop graphics, training materials, videos and basic eLearning modules using tools such as Canva and PowerPoint.
• Manage external eLearning vendor relationships to ensure the enterprise is effectively using the tools to grow learning culture.
• Develop graphics, training materials, videos and basic eLearning modules using tools such as Canva and PowerPoint.

Manage & Improve:

• Lead learning & talent team members in areas of work prioritization, coaching, training and support for development plans. Assess performance, conduct performance evaluations.
• Analyze reports and survey results to evaluate program effectiveness, identify skill development and improve ROI.
• Prepare and present reports and slide decks to HR Leadership on program effectiveness, recommended enhancements, project updates, etc.
• Continuously improve and manage initiatives related to compliance training.
• Keep informed of best-in-class practices and make ongoing recommendations to create a more impactful learning experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Learning, Business or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience designing and developing learning/talent programs and live (virtual) classroom training.
• 1-2 years leading a small team.
• Strong project management skills.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Canva or other graphics software experience preferred.
• Experience with HRIS system(s), Workday preferred.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.