Learning and Development Leader

Learning and Development Leader

The Learning and Development (L&D) Leader will design and execute strategic training programs that elevate employee skills and drives business growth. This role will oversee instructional design, manage training budgets, and foster a culture of continuous upskilling.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Align L&D initiatives with overall company objectives to drive workforce capability and organizational growth.
• Needs Assessment: Conduct regular training needs analysis across departments to identify skill and performance gaps.
• Curriculum Design: Oversee the creation and execution of comprehensive training programs, from onboarding to executive leadership development.
• Performance Tracking: Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs utilizing data, metrics, and participant feedback.
• Vendor & Budget Management: Oversee the L&D budget, manage vendor relationships, and source external learning platforms when necessary.
• Team Leadership: Instructional designer, and train to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality content.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 5-8+ years of progressive experience in corporate training, instructional design, or talent management, including management experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Organizational Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in instructional design methodologies, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and data analytics.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking abilities.

Required:

• Willing to travel 25% of the time (First year focused on Villa Rica, Georgia learning and development center; second year will focus on supporting other site implementations)
• Familiarity/Background in food manufacturing environment
• Proven track record of successful implementation
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), and instructional software
• Understanding of technical and mechanical terminology

Sugar Foods LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy at Sugar Foods is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.