Director Training & Continuous Improvement

Jobgether

1d • $154,000 - $231,000

About The Position

This role provides a unique opportunity to lead enterprise-wide training and continuous improvement initiatives, driving operational excellence and workforce development across multiple functions. You will design, develop, and deliver impactful learning programs while overseeing process improvement projects that generate measurable business value. Partnering with senior leadership, you will identify skill gaps, implement change management strategies, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. The position involves managing a team, influencing cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring that training and improvement programs align with organizational goals. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers, effective communicators, and proven leaders capable of transforming operations through talent development and Lean/CI methodologies. Travel up to 50% is expected to support regional and national initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Workforce Talent Development, Business Management, Engineering, or Organizational Development preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in training, leadership development, or operations; 5+ years in management roles
• Certification in Continuous Improvement (Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma) required; Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide training or talent development functions, ideally within Supply Chain operations
• Strong presentation skills and experience delivering training to diverse audiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and advanced PowerPoint skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% for business purposes
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across the organization

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of training programs for employees and management across the organization
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence projects
• Partner with senior leadership to identify current and future skill gaps, define training priorities, and implement change management strategies
• Oversee team operations, including performance management, hiring, development, and workload allocation
• Track and report on program effectiveness, including ROI and operational improvements
• Standardize training processes, policies, and documentation to ensure consistency and adherence to best practices
• Foster collaboration with department leaders to integrate training and continuous improvement into daily operations

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($154,000 – $231,000) with potential incentive programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement plans with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition assistance and continuous learning opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive work-life balance
• Inclusive and diverse work environment with career growth potential
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees