Manager - Learning & Development Programs

Overview In this role you lead the strategy and execution of Michels' learning and development programs, aligning them with business goals and organizational culture. You own existing programs, optimize delivery, and partner with leaders, HR, and subject matter experts to design impactful curricula. You will develop leadership and professional development initiatives, implement measurement, and drive continuous improvement. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role at a family-owned company focused on safety, quality, and growth. Compensation / Benefitscomprehensive benefits programHealth, Dental, Life insuranceFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountShort-Term and Long-Term Disability401(k) plan Responsibilitiesown and optimize existing L&D programs for consistency and alignment with business needslead strategy, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of L&D programsmanage program timelines, communications, logistics, facilitator coordination, and learning resourcesdesign and implement new curricula for leadership and professional developmentevaluate program effectiveness using participation, feedback, and impact metricscollaborate with leaders, HR, SMEs, and external partners to translate business needs into development experiencesstay current on learning trends and determine effective delivery methods and digital solutionssupport enterprise-wide talent development initiatives and special projectscoordinate learning reinforcement and knowledge retention strategies Key requirementsBachelor's degree in a related field10+ years in Learning & Development, Leadership Development, Curriculum and Instruction or related area (or equivalent)experience managing enterprise learning and leadership development programsdesigning and implementing leadership and professional development programs for all levelsstrong facilitation, group leadership, and training delivery skillspeople leadership experience including coaching, performance management, and accountabilityability to partner with leaders and HR to assess development needs and implement solutionsstrong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and talent development practicesstrong relationship building, project management, analytical, organizational, and communication skillsability to travel up to 20%collaborationeffective communicationplanning and organizationinstructional designleadership developmentcurriculum development