Division Training Manager

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute-it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at https://www.benefitscentre.ca/sherwin/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. Qualifications Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in business management, communications, human resources or related field. Knowledge & Experience Required: Experience with designing learning or training content; experience facilitating training sessions. Experience with and comfort level in facilitating large group presentations. Excellent leadership skills. Ability to influence others. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong project management skills, successfully executing large scale projects in a fast‑paced environment. Advanced computer skills in Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Organization, follow‑up and superior attention to detail. Preferred: PSG Field level experience. Experience in HR and/or Learning & Organizational Development. Strong technical capability relative to learning and communication software. Advanced design experience in SharePoint. Experience managing a budget and /or vendors. Knowledge of the Sherwin‑Williams organization. Technical / Skill Requirements Required: Detail oriented with strong follow‑up practices and customer focus. Capable of multi‑tasking, highly organized and able to meet deadlines consistently. Strict adherence to confidentiality and high ethical standards. Must enjoy challenging and thought-provoking work and have a strong desire to learn and progress. Ability to carry out specific instructions and general directions using proactive problem‑solving skills and to solve problems involving multiple variables. Ability to exercise poise, tactfulness, diplomacy and good interpersonal skills in order to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Ability to be resourceful, demonstrate business acumen and creative thinking skills. Ability to act as an independent decision maker. Must be knowledgeable in computer systems (MS Office Suite). Responsibilities Division Learning & Development This position is responsible for managing all Division core training programs, as well as nomination‑based programs, including, but may not be limited to: Management Trainee Program, New Assistant Manager, New Store Manager, Intermediate Protective & Marine, Training Store Manager, Division Leadership Orientation and Development, Emerging Talent, and Emerging Leaders, by bringing together qualified field personnel, Division and District Staff to facilitate training. Training Programs are to be created, monitored and, when necessary, improved. The result is that all employees know how to execute the Division’s strategy and perform their assigned functions. a. In close partnership with PSG Group L&OD and the other PSG Division DTM’s, ensure consistency and alignment of the employee learning experience across all PSG Divisions by establishing common and consistent programs, branding, training format, content, and delivery. b. Recommend, develop, and partner with Group PSG L&OD and business leaders to implement core programming for the field sales team to address gaps & opportunities. c. Oversee updates to existing learning programs and development systems, tools, and processes; evaluate external vendor solutions as needed. d. Partner with key stakeholders to successfully design and implement large‑scale learning initiatives at the Division level and microlearning opportunities that benefit the Group. e. Budget responsibility for Division training activities and vendor‑provided programs; manage and maintain vendor relationships and service agreements. f. Manage and provide oversight to Division S.T.A.R.T. (HR Cloud) and OnSET certification. g. Manage Training Store Manager approval and certification process. Division Summer Internship Program Partner with Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence (TaCOE) – Early Talent team to execute 10‑week internship program. Communicate to stakeholders (Executives, Area HR Managers, District Leaders, Host Stores, Interns, etc…) about program dates, activities, and logistics. Evaluate program on yearly basis to determine consistency with other PSG Divisions. Create and set up resources/activities for Interns, Host Stores, and District Leaders to navigate 10‑week program. Facilitate and manage opening and closing session, in partnership with HR and TaCOE team. Division-Level Organizational Development Partner with the VPHR to lead the Annual Organizational & Talent Review Process, from guiding HRBPs through preparation, managing output and providing guidance for development planning. Provide leadership and guidance to the division in the area of Career Development (inclusive of maintaining Division IDP roadmap and IDP tracker). In partnership with PSG Group L&OD, maintain updated list of talent pools on a regular basis to aid in succession planning and talent sharing across Divisions. Support Division-Level Communications and Initiative Support Communication and project management‑related support as needed on the following initiatives: Division Organizational Review Process New District Leader Orientation Training Store Managers & Store Support Managers Nomination Based Training Programs (Emerging Talent, Emerging Leaders) Summer Internship Program Employee Engagement Survey POD/Zone activities, specifically as it relates to learning/training activities Provide communication support to Division Townhall in the area of content, communication plan, TEAMS technology support Provide National Sales Meeting support as needed, in the the areas of Learning & Development, Organizational Development or any other areas of identified responsibility. Fostering a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ensure all learning and talent‑related programs and actions align with ID&E action plans and be an active advocate and supporter of all ID&E‑related activities throughout the Division, PSG and the Company. Lead development of Division ID&E Action Plan, in alignment with the Employee Engagement Survey Action Plan and in conjunction with PSG Group and other PSG Division plans. Conduct regular (i.e. quarterly) Action Plan check‑ins to ensure plans are being executed and progressing. In close partnership with PSG Group Program Manager: Provide effective support, guidance, and oversight to ERGs and their leadership teams, ensuring alignment and integration of ERG action plans, budgets and programming with business and ID&E goals. Support ERG operation including on‑boarding, training, guidelines and templates; oversee strategy and work to ensure consistent execution. Provide content and other development support to the Employee Resource Groups as needed. Maintain updated list of Division ERG chapters, chairs, co‑chairs, members and leadership champions/advocates. Design and Execute Safety Programs In close partnership with PSG and corporate safety teams develop safety training programs that meet the provincial needs. Oversee the execution of mandatory safety trainings. #J-18808-Ljbffr