Senior Manager, Learning and Organizational Development

Overview

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. Our team focuses on providing solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. The Senior Manager, Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD) is a strategic leader responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving enterprise-wide employee and leadership development strategies and initiatives that drive business performance in a global manufacturing environment.

• Employee and Leadership Development (30%):
  Build a globally consistent, yet locally adaptable, leadership development framework; align development with succession planning and performance management; design, scale, and manage leadership development content, workshops, and programs across leadership segments; drive employee development strategies for career growth and internal mobility; design blended and persona-based learning journeys; embed modern learning approaches and leverage technology to deliver scalable solutions; partner with HRBPs and business leaders to define success measures and ensure programs align with enterprise priorities.
• L&OD Strategy, Roadmap Execution & Stakeholder Alignment (25%):
  Define and execute a multi-year L&OD strategy and roadmap; build enterprise-wide learning architecture; conduct needs assessments; identify capability gaps and translate requirements into clear objectives and measures; establish governance and scalable models; advise senior management and HRBPs on priorities.
• Training Operations & Shared Services Leadership (20%):
  Lead a centralized team including instructional designers, data/analytics specialists, and training coordination/support; build scalable processes for intake, prioritization, and delivery; ensure operational excellence and high-quality service.
• Budget, Vendor & Global Partner Management (10%):
  Develop and manage the department budget; manage global vendors and content providers; evaluate, select, and negotiate contracts; optimize global vendor strategy with regional considerations.
• Measurement, Analytics & Business Impact (10%):
  Define and implement a learning measurement strategy; build dashboards; drive continuous improvement and demonstrate ROI.
• Self-Directed Learning (5%):
  Design and manage a self-directed learning strategy and governance; oversee LMS/LXP strategy; design and promote learning journeys; build scalable global pathways; promote a culture of continuous learning across geographies and languages.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in learning & development, organizational development, or talent development; 5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and enterprise-wide L&OD initiatives; 3+ years in instructional design leadership and team management.
• Experience in a global manufacturing environment with multi-region learning strategies; proven track record in designing and scaling leadership and high-potential programs, including frontline leadership development in manufacturing.
• Experience managing RFPs, global vendors, budgets, and external partners; strong people leadership and coaching capabilities; strategic thinker with action bias; strong cross-cultural communication; deep understanding of manufacturing operations and frontline leadership challenges.
• Expertise in instructional design and adult learning principles for frontline and operational audiences; experience in a global/shared services model; data-driven with measurement and analytics; focus on standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement.

• Physical requirements and work environment: refer to policy; typical office environment; reasonable accommodations available.
• Travel: 25% domestic travel.
• Location:
  
  This full-time, exempt position is ideally located in Pleasanton, CA or Plano, TX. Relocation is available.
• Compensation: $123,700 - $252,300 per year.
• Equal opportunity employer statement and background/drug screening information are noted as part of the hiring process.