Learning And Development Specialist

The Opportunity

•L&D Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end training planning, supporting designing and development of the learning interventions for a manufacturing unit. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely execution of these programs, in collaboration with internal and external SMEs.

•Business Expertise:

-Stakeholder Management for identifying training needs and conducting need analysis to develop the annual training calendar.

-Design and Development of technical and soft skills training programs in collaboration with subject matter experts.

-Timely Execution of training programs as per the training calendar.

-Training Management through LMS, including data analysis and visualization using Power BI, advanced dashboards and MS tools.

-Expertise in Digital & E-learning program design and implementation through LXPs.

-Coordination & Follow-ups with customer functions to drive learning initiatives.

-Cross-Cultural Awareness to effectively engage with overseas business partners.

•Problem Solving:

-Reputation Building to effectively engage with internal stakeholders, ensuring strong follow-up and maintaining healthy relationships.

•Nature & Area of Impact:

-Business-Centric Approach to designing and developing highly impactful training programs aligned with organizational needs.

-Supporting Business Growth through diverse learning interventions, including classroom training, on-the-job training (OJT), mentoring, cross-functional deputation, project-based learning, and vendor-led training programs.

•Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

-Training Need Identification & Analysis – Collecting and analyzing training needs, consolidating data for effective training planning.

-SME Collaboration – Identifying internal and external subject matter experts for training content development.

-Program Development – Designing effective training programs using smart presentations, interactive activities, and assessments.

-Advanced Learning Solutions – Conceptualizing and implementing LXP tools for training management and e-learning solutions.

-Global Coordination – Collaborating with overseas business partners to develop training systems and ensure smooth training operations.

-Training Handbook & Literature – Designing and developing comprehensive training materials.

-Apprenticeship & Long-Term Programs – Managing training initiatives in partnership with government and partner agencies.

•Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

-06 to 12 years of extensive experience in a working in leading manufacturing L&D, with a proven track record of expertise and excellence.

-Learning Experience Systems – Designing and developing digital and virtual learning modules.

-Classroom Training Programs – Creating structured training programs and developing engaging content.

-Technical Proficiency – Hands-on experience with PowerPoint presentations and Excel for training content and data management.

-Basic knowledge of Manufacturing tools: Six Sigma, Kaizen, 7 Types of Waste, 5S, Manufacturing Systems, and various problem-solving tools.

•Desired:

-Professional experience in managing various government-initiated long-term training programs such as NAPS, NATS, and Learn & Earn schemes etc.

-Strong Communication & Influence – Excellent English language communication skills with the ability to influence effectively.

-Negotiation & Stakeholder Management – Skilled in negotiation and building a strong reputation for effective stakeholder engagement.

Role Specific Qualifications/Certifications

-Preferred MBA – HR with Graduate in Engineering

-Engineering with L&D diploma from ISTD / ASTD