Senior Manager, Learning and Organizational Development

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Bill Simpson, established nine principles of business that guide our values and culture since 1956. Our team of talented people is dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. About This Role The Senior Manager, Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD) is a strategic leader responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving enterprise-wide employee and leadership development strategies and initiatives that drive business performance in a global manufacturing environment. This leader partners closely with business leaders, HR Business Partners (HRBPs), and other training leaders to ensure L&OD initiatives and programs are impactful, scalable, culturally relevant, and aligned to operational and business priorities worldwide. The role will design, build, and lead a centralized shared services team that supports training operations for Sales and Operations teams, delivering scalable, data-driven, high-impact solutions that strengthen organizational capability and culture. This position reports to the Director of L&OD and is a key member of the enterprise Learning Center of Excellence (COE) leadership team. Key Responsibilities Employee and Leadership Development (30%) Build a globally consistent, yet locally adaptable, leadership development framework supporting talent pipeline and leadership development needs. Align employee and leadership development with succession planning and performance management processes. Design, scale, and manage leadership development content, workshops, and programs across leadership segments (emerging, frontline, mid-level, and senior). Drive employee development strategies that support career growth, skill building, and internal mobility. Ensure offerings are flexible, scalable, guided, and aligned to critical business capabilities. Design blended and persona-based learning journeys aligned to development priorities that guide employees and managers through internal development frameworks. Embed modern learning approaches such as blended/flipped classrooms, experiential learning, cohort-based programs, learning marketplaces, and leverage technology (AI, simulations, gamification, digital coaching, and mentorship) to deliver impactful learning solutions at scale. Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to align expectations, define program success measures, and ensure programs support critical enterprise talent priorities. L&OD Strategy, Roadmap Execution & Stakeholder Alignment (25%) Define and execute a multi-year L&OD strategy and roadmap aligned to global business priorities and workforce needs. Build a cohesive, enterprise-wide learning architecture that integrates self-directed, professional, and leadership development. Partner with business, operations, and HR leadership to conduct learning needs assessments, identify critical capability gaps (current and future-state), and translate business requirements into clear learning objectives, program outcomes, and measures of success. Establish governance, standards, and scalable models across regions and branch manufacturing sites. Serve as a credible and trusted advisor to senior management and HRBPs on talent and organizational development priorities. Training Operations & Shared Services Leadership (20%) Lead a centralized shared services team, comprising: Instructional designers Data/analytics specialists Training coordination, documentation, and standard work support Build standard and scalable processes for intake, prioritization, and delivery. Ensure operational excellence, efficiency, and high-quality service delivery. Budget, Vendor & Global Partner Management (10%) Develop and manage department budget and spend. Manage global vendors, learning partners, and content providers. Evaluate and select partners based on global scalability, cultural relevance, and cost-effectiveness. Negotiate contracts and manage performance against defined outcomes and ROI. Optimize global vendor strategy while accommodating regional needs. Measurement, Analytics & Business Impact (10%) Define and implement a learning measurement strategy, including: Participation and engagement Learning effectiveness and skill/capability building Behavior changes in employees/leaders Business impact Build dashboards and reporting for key stakeholders. Leverage data to drive continuous improvement and demonstrate ROI. Self-Directed Learning (5%) Design and manage a self-directed learning strategy and governance to support professional and leadership development priorities. Establish standards and processes for content quality and vendor selection and management. Oversee LMS/LXP strategy for professional and leadership development, ensuring accessibility and relevance across geographies and languages. Design, curate, and promote learning journeys for key roles and critical skills. Build scalable, global self-directed learning pathways supporting technical, professional, and leadership skills. Promote a culture of continuous learning and development across the global workforce. Desired Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred. Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in learning & development, organizational development, or talent development. 5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and enterprise-wide L&OD initiatives. 3+ years of instructional design leadership and team management. Experience operating in a global manufacturing organization, with responsibility for multi-region or multi-country learning strategies. Experience building or maturing a global leadership development framework. Proven track record designing and scaling leadership and high-potential development programs, including frontline leadership development in manufacturing settings. Experience managing RFPs, global vendors, and external partners and budgets. Strong people leadership capability, including coaching and development of staff, advanced talent development capabilities, and builder of high-performance teams. Strategic thinker and future-focused visionary with a strong bias for action and results, balancing stakeholder engagement and change management considerations. Strong stakeholder influence and management and cross-cultural communication skills at all levels. Deep understanding of manufacturing operations and frontline leadership challenges. Ability to “meet an organization where they are at” and design solutions that move organizational maturity forward in a way and pace the organization accepts and culturally embraces. Expertise in instructional design and adult learning principles for frontline and operational audiences. Strong leadership and team management experience in a global/shared services model. Data-driven mindset with experience in measurement and analytics. Operational rigor with a focus on standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement. Physical Requirements and Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. Occasionally, the employee may push or lift up to 25 lbs. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners are frequently used. Travel 25% domestic travel required. Work Status & Location This full-time, exempt position is ideally located in Pleasanton, CA or Plano, TX. Relocation is available for this position. Pay $123,700 – $252,300 per year. Rewards and Benefits Quarterly Bonuses/Commission : Eligible for either a bonus or commission paid on a quarterly basis. Benefits : Comprehensive benefits following a total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, paid holidays, vacation, sick days, jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement, and more. View benefit plan details . Equal Opportunity Employer In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are based on qualifications and merit, and business needs. Background Check and Drug Testing All job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy follows Federal Law and screens for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine, and opiates. #J-18808-Ljbffr