Assistant Manager - L&D

Objective:

- The position is responsible for creating and implementing training programs and overseeing the development of careers.
- Sets performance metrics, evaluates productivity, and helps employees to create long-term career plans within the company.

Responsibility:

- Manage, plan and implement all training activities in the GCC for Corporate Functions , in accordance with the existing policy and best practices, so as to effectively partner in the achievement of sales objectives.
- Initiate and develop new learning & development initiatives for the employees as per the business needs.
- Create, communicate, coordinate and implement the training calendar for the year for all the brands.
- Monitor and guide the training team to improve the conversion percentage through effective training solutions / methodologies.
- Conduct cost effective training solutions for the employees.
- Acquire product knowledge of the new brands in the portfolio and train the training team accordingly.
- Review the training feedback from the employees and make necessary and relevant changes to enhance the training programs.
- Recommend new learning material and approaches to the training team for training delivery purpose.
- Ensure the best training and development practices are maintained and practiced by the training team.
- Manage training delivery measurement, follow-up and maintain records of the same.
- Design training courses and programs necessary to meet training needs of Apparel as an organization and individuals (multi-cultural mix).
- Implement the training process and training modules.
- Initiate in-store programs, leadership programs to enhance people skills.
- Visiting and/ or conducting training sessions Corporate Offices across Regions (whenever necessary) to assess the skills of back office staff (through mock sessions or observation) and providing feedback.
- Motivate, supervise and guide the team. Responsible for manpower planning of the training department.

Desired Experience:

- The ideal Assistant Manager training will have 1-3 years of experience in a related field such as training, human resources, or retail operations is desirable.
- Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), is preferred with a Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills are essential.
- Additionally, a candidate with a proven track record of effectively coordinating and facilitating training initiatives, adapting to the dynamic nature of retail, and collaborating with various stakeholders would be highly desirable.