The Role
The ideal candidate and incumbent of the role is responsible to develop, implement and deliver learning strategies and programs across the group. The Training Manager monitors employee development and training programs, assesses needs and results, develops new programs and modifies existing ones. Core Responsibilities: \xe2\x80\xa2 Drives the Learning and Development function results through effective planning, resource allocation, work allocation, monitoring and decision-making to achieve the division-level KPIs \xe2\x80\xa2 Creates and executes Group-wide learning strategies and programs \xe2\x80\xa2 Draws an annual training and development calendar that addresses the individualized or departmental needs and expectations \xe2\x80\xa2 Evaluates individual and organizational development needs \xe2\x80\xa2 Implements various learning methods across Group (e.g., coaching, job-shadowing, online training) \xe2\x80\xa2 Develops new training programs and modifies existing ones \xe2\x80\xa2 Designs and/or delivers e-learning courses, workshops, and other training \xe2\x80\xa2 Conduct Group-wide training needs assessment and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed \xe2\x80\xa2 Build strong relationships within the Group at all levels in order to understand the priorities of the various business units / departments \xe2\x80\xa2 Support GMs/HODs and Line managers improve and identify their team members development needs \xe2\x80\xa2 Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills and KPIs \xe2\x80\xa2 Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with experts regarding instructional design \xe2\x80\xa2 Maintain updated curriculum database and training records \xe2\x80\xa2 Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts \xe2\x80\xa2 Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session \xe2\x80\xa2 Track annual L&D budget and negotiates contracts \xe2\x80\xa2 Develops and maintains organizational communications such as intranet boards and newsletters to ensure employees have knowledge of learning and development events and resources \xe2\x80\xa2 Hire and oversees external training and L&D specialists, with the supervision of the Group HR Manager \xe2\x80\xa2 Provide first-line advice to HR Business partners, GMs/HODs and other managers regarding development solutions in line with best practice guidelines \xe2\x80\xa2 Conduct regular (internal and external) analysis of trends and themes in HR and L&D to continuously improve the quality of the L&D offering at the company \xe2\x80\xa2 Keeps abreast of professional developments, new techniques and current issues through continued education and professional growth \xe2\x80\xa2 Define self- performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the Group HR Manager and ensure that the goals are achieved during the year \xe2\x80\xa2 Identify the training and development requirements for self and agrees on them with the Group HR Manager to ensure that the required trainings are arranged and attended. Deliverables/ Management Responsibilities: \xe2\x80\xa2 Defines performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the Line Manager and ensures that the goals are achieved during the year \xe2\x80\xa2 Identifies the training and development requirements for self and agrees on them with the Line Manager to ensure that the required trainings are arranged and attended \xe2\x80\xa2 Strives to achieve the highest levels of proficiency on all the competencies and skills required to perform the role

Requirements
Background & Experience (years) \xe2\x80\xa2 5 to 7 years in a related field/role as a Training manager/L&D manager \xe2\x80\xa2 Knowledge of current and best in class learning and development methods \xe2\x80\xa2 Proven ability to work independently and with others \xe2\x80\xa2 Able to nurture talent, manage complex human relationships and culturally sensitive. \xe2\x80\xa2 MS Office advanced skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Familiar with e-learning platforms Professional certification (preferred) Competencies and Skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong network and relationship management skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Analytical and negotiation skills with result-oriented skills. \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong Team management skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Managerial & leadership skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Change Management Skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Excellent Communication and persuading skills \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong decision-making skills

About the company
The Middle East Executive Group has become the first choice for industry professionals wanting to work in the Gulf region. We understand exactly how supply chain performance and sales performance impacts the bottom line and top line of product led businesses and we have the experience, network & expertise to match skilled professionals with exciting new roles that suit their experience, passion and drive in this highly strategic industry. Our specialist teams internally are; - Commercial Management & Sales - Supply Chain & Logistics - Strategic HR - Strategy - Engineering The industries we focus on are; - 3PL / Freight Forwarding - Food & FMCG - Medical & Pharmaceutical - Ecommerce - Retail - Engineering