Senior Mgr Talent Development

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Sr. Manager, Talent Development to design, deliver, and assess leadership development programs that support effective, people-first leadership principles across corporate and manufacturing operations throughout North America. This role focuses on managing a small team of leadership development professionals all aimed at enhancing the capabilities of senior leaders, including C-suite executives, through tailored learning experiences, executive coaching, and strategic talent initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational effectiveness.

The role reports to the Director of Talent Management in Newark, California with a strong dotted line into the Learning and Development Manager at our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Casa Grande, AZ. The position is based at our Newark, California Headquarters.

Travel: up to 20%

You Will:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of leadership development professionals, fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Oversee the design and implementation of leadership development strategies aligned with organizational goals and executive priorities

• Ensure consistency and excellence in program delivery across corporate and manufacturing operations by guiding team members in facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder engagement

• Partner with senior leaders and HR business partners to assess leadership needs and deliver high-impact, scalable solutions

• Facilitate senior and executive-level leadership workshops and support team members in their facilitation efforts

• Provide one-on-one and group coaching to senior leaders, while also mentoring team members in coaching best practices

• Evaluate the effectiveness of leadership programs using qualitative and quantitative metrics, and guide the team in data-driven decision-making

• Stay current on leadership trends, adult learning theory, and executive development best practices, and ensure the team remains informed and aligned

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to curate and deliver best-in-class leadership content, leveraging the strengths and expertise of the team

• Support succession planning and high-potential talent development initiatives, ensuring team contributions are strategically aligned

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Psychology, Business, or related field

• 8+ years of experience in leadership development (design and facilitation), with at least 3 years working directly with senior executives

• Certified Executive Coach

• Certifications in psychometric tools strongly desired: Hogan, MBTI, DiSC, StrengthsFinder, Energy Leadership, etc.

• Proven ability to influence and build trust with senior leaders

• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Proven knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning principles

• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques

• Skilled in organizing and establishing priorities

• Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences

• Systems thinking with the ability to synthesize context and reduce complexity

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse groups of people, including cross-functional teams in multiple locations

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge and experience working for a manufacturing or technology company preferred

• Master's degree in Organizational Development, Psychology, Business, or related field

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods.

• Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse.

• Occasional lifting or carrying of materials up to 20 pounds (e.g., training materials, laptops, or presentation equipment).

• Ability to travel occasionally to various company locations or off-site training events.

• Clear verbal communication for presentations, training sessions, and meetings.

• Visual acuity to read and produce training materials and presentations.