Head of Training and Development

ZEISS•Blackwood, NJ

1d•$220,000 - $240,000

About The Position

How many companies can say they have been in business for over 178 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneer of science, ZEISS handles the ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? The Vice President of Learning and Development is responsible for creating and executing strategies that enhance employee skills, leadership capabilities, and organizational performance. This role oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs aligned with the company’s goals, ensuring a culture of continuous development and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in Learning and Development, Talent Management, or Organizational Development roles.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), and/or SHRM-SCP or similar HR certifications.
Proven track record of leading large-scale learning initiatives and driving measurable results.
Experience managing teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals and ZEISS's corporate values.
Collaborate with senior leadership to identify skill gaps and future workforce needs.
Drive innovation in learning methodologies, leveraging technology and best practices.
Program Development Design and oversee leadership development programs to build a strong pipeline of future leaders.
Implement training initiatives to support employee growth, technical expertise, and compliance requirements.
Ensure programs address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to foster an inclusive workplace.
Operational Oversight Manage the Learning and Development team, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
Oversee budgets, vendor relationships, and resource allocation for training initiatives.
Measure the effectiveness of learning programs through KPIs, feedback, and ROI analysis.
Change Management Lead efforts to embed a culture of continuous learning and adaptability across the organization.
Support employees and leaders in navigating organizational changes through targeted training and development.
Stakeholder Engagement Partner with HR, business leaders, and external vendors to deliver impactful learning solutions.
Communicate the value of learning initiatives to stakeholders and secure buy-in.
Review tracking of medical equipment if applicable (e.g., according to FDA requirements).
Completely assigned new on-boarding hire activities in particular product certifications.
Ensure all experience/show rooms are kept in running order, enabled for remote and in-person demos working in cooperation with leadership of VTS Support Team.
Will adhere to all expense rules and complete report as expenses require.