Learning and Development Manager

at  Kao

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all – a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment. As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values, we pride ourselves to be listed among the World´s Most Ethical Companies since 18 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

THE ROLE:

Lead on the essentials of the Kao Group (The Kao Way), to address learning gaps, and demonstrate clear ROI of training for Kao. Be a trusted advisor to executives, leaders, HCDBPs & employees on all aspects of Talent Management and Learning & Development. Lead projects regarding new tools, technologies and processes or to improve existing methods focusing to deliver an added value for HCD and the business areas, including enhancement of a comprehensive blended learning curriculum for all business areas. Supporting, coaching and guiding the project work and continuous development of junior L&D/HCD colleagues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Management Processes, providing guidance on objective-setting, and working with regional leaders and the Americas region to improve Performance Management practices.
• Career & Succession Management: Support HCD BPs & Leaders to identify high-potential employees, develop succession plans, and ensure a robust pipeline of talent for critical roles within the organization across EMEA.
• Employee Development and Training: Designing, delivering and leading training and development programs tailored to the needs of Employees in the EMEA region, including leadership development and skills enhancement initiatives.
• Implementation & maintenance of Learning & Development related Systems: Vendor management, cooperation with EIS & Legal, create content for Systems and administrate, Analysis & Reporting.
• Talent Analytics and Reporting: Utilizing data and analytics to assess talent needs, track key talent metrics, and make data-driven talent management decisions specific to the EMEA region.
• Change Management Support: Providing guidance and support to employees and managers in the EMEA region during periods of organizational change.
• Role model Kao Leadership values: Whilst supporting, coaching and guiding the project work and continuous development of junior L&D/HCD staff members.