Director, International Talent & Learning-Test AU OLs

Primary Responsibility :

The Director, International Talent & Learning works closely with the Global Talent & Culture team to establish processes and guidance, and then educating and partnering with HR and people leaders to deploy for Americold’s international associates. The director has full ownership of the global engagement process and global leadership development programs. 

What You’ll Do :

• Performance Management: the annual mid-year and year-end performance reviews, regular check-in conversations, performance improvement plans, and 360 feedback
• Talent Reviews: identification of high performing and high potential talent via the nine-box including the determining talent risks and development strategies, and succession planning to enable increased internal movement
• Talent Development: individual development plans for select associates globally, identifying and assessing leadership skills and capabilities
• Leadership Development: engaging coaching and mentoring programs focused on growth and retention 
• Engagement: annual engagement survey administration and the training and guidance associated with effective action planning to increase engagement and retention
• Learning: training programs focused on professional and leadership development, including both global and local program deployment
• Aligning with global Talent & Culture team to create and/or modify how-to guides and training, and scheduling and facilitating performance and talent process guidance/training sessions for all international associates
• Drafting ongoing communications to HR, leaders and associates, partnering with the Americold global Communications team on timing and messaging
• 2024/2025 Global track lead for Oracle talent performance management in line with the new Oracle system implementation, and close partner on Oracle Learning together with the Manager, Training & Development. Track lead responsibilities include leading project management of all related activities and working regularly with Americold Communications and vendors to provide input and guidance with the design and implementation of the Oracle talent & learning modules
• Ensuring HR data accuracy in all processes, partnering closely with the HR teams in corporate and the field
• Using data to evaluate and track the effectiveness of current programs and recommend/implement enhancements and new initiatives as appropriate. Prepare and report on key talent metrics including but not limited to talent review data, succession planning and internal moves and promotions
• Bringing in talent and performance ideas and best practices by leveraging external partnerships and networks

What Experience and Education You Need :

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of human resources experience focused on providing talent- related solutions for a global business with multiple regions/countries.

What Could Set You Apart :

• Proven ability to manage talent programs effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage and effectively execute multiple projects and initiatives at once
• Experience with critical thinking and using data analytics to assess program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements
• Strong written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills at all levels of the company;  consultative yet hands on approach with a focus on collaborating and building strong relationships 
• Experience working with talent and performance systems and tools (Oracle preferred but not required).
• Strong execution and “roll up your sleeves” approach with a high degree of flexibility, team leadership, proactivity, accountability, customer service, and discretion. 

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
• Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
• May require travel by automobile and airplane
• May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
• May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Requires the use of various electronic tools
• Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings
• Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
• Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW