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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Director of Talent Management & Learning Development. The Director of Talent Management & Learning Development will be responsible for playing a key leadership role in the organization and leads a team of professionals to design, implement, and oversee global talent management and learning development programs. You will have the opportunity to evolve current practices while introducing new performance management and learning development initiatives to drive business results. This role is located in Louisville, KY with the potential for a hybrid schedule. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations will be required (15% travel). 

Director of Talent Management & Learning Development Responsibilities:

Talent Management:

• Lead and elevate our global approach to talent management and succession planning to develop and grow talent.
• Advise and collaborate with HR Business Partners and business leaders to implement core talent review, goal setting, performance management, succession planning, and individual development planning processes to enable the execution of current and future strategies.
• Create and monitor relevant metrics and KPIs to proactively diagnose and address key talent trends and measure the return on investment for our programs.
• Identify and implement strategies to enhance the internal talent pipeline, considering workforce trends and existing capabilities.
• Support internship, co-op, and other leadership development programs to feed the talent pipeline in North America.
• Drive talent calibration and reviews with leadership teams and human resources.
• Educate the business about talent management processes, tools, and best practices.
• Bring an inclusion and diversity lens to all talent-related programs.
• Partner with the HRIS team to integrate Talent management processes with technology solutions.
• Own North America onboarding and enhance the program’s effectiveness to ensure a seamless transition.
• Serve as a liaison to grow Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to maximize engagement and benefit in North America.

Learning Development

• Identify, build, and deploy learning, leadership development, and professional development strategies that are personalized, real-time, and impactful for the organization.
• Partner with business leaders and HR Business partners globally to identify critical capability needs that drive the business strategy and then create and implement solutions to address these gaps.
• Create and leverage existing solutions to accelerate front-line leader capabilities.
• Build curriculum for various management and leadership development programs to promote leadership capabilities aligned with Wieland’s Core values.
• Measure the effectiveness and utilization of learning initiatives by implementing solutions to gather feedback and data. Use the findings to take a continuous improvement approach.   
• Evaluate, identify, and partner with vendors as needed to procure/customize content.
• Utilize a blend of learning methodologies, including workshops, coaching, mentoring, and e-learning, to address diverse learning styles.
• Oversee and improve the capabilities of the current learning management system, Cornerstone.

Director of Talent Management & Learning Development Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, or other related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR roles with at least 2+ years’ experience in Talent Management and + 2 years’ experience in learning and development.
• At least 2 years working in a global organization.
• At least 5 years’ experience managing a team.
• Up to 15% travel required.
• Experience with Cornerstone a plus.
• Experience building and scaling talent management in fast-paced, high-growth, matrixed, organizations.
• Proficient in MS Office products e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.
• Team player, proactive and willing to roll up their sleeves.
• Strong consulting skills with the ability to partner with executive level leadership.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing successful learning programs: onboarding, new manager, leadership development, career development.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze program metrics and drive actionable insights.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Change management expertise, with the ability to navigate organizational shifts and drive adoption.
• Proficiency in HR technology and tools related to talent management and learning management systems.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.