Regional Talent Management Specialist

Symrise • Saddle Brook, NJ

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About The Position

Ensure the deployment of Symrise Talent Management practices and processes—including performance, engagement, careers, and learning and development—across the North American (NAM) region. The role covers all Talent Management topics, with a strong emphasis on capability development and training, while supporting regional priorities.

The specialist implements global initiatives regionally, supports managers and HR Business Partners in applying Talent Management processes, and helps ensure consistent and effective use of related tools and practices. The position also supports talent reviews, succession planning, regional reporting, learning program development and evaluation, and the planning and administration of regional training. The role collaborates with global Learning and Development teams and regional HR partners to align capability development with business priorities.

The position may involve domestic travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; additional experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• 3–5 years of experience in Learning and Development, including training and/or content development within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with HR Business Partners and managers across professional and manufacturing environments.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proactive and creative approach, with the ability to adapt and pivot between topics.
• Comfort facilitating group discussions and workshops.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working with learning management systems (LMS), such as Skillsoft, Workday, or Alchemy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

• Global experience is desired.
• Experience designing or adapting L&D or Talent Management tools, guidelines, or development materials is an advantage.
• Experience in Talent Management, including supporting performance, succession, career development, and engagement processes, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement Global Talent Management initiatives at the local and regional level.
• Train and support managers and HR Business Partners in applying Talent Management processes, including performance, succession, development, and culture.
• Ensure local HR teams and managers understand and use Talent Management tools and practices appropriately.
• Prepare, facilitate, and follow up on talent reviews and succession plans, including consolidating regional data.
• Promote consistent, high-quality Talent Management practices through training, communication, and best-practice sharing.
• Contribute to the design, adaptation, and updating of learning materials and Talent Management tools in line with regional guidelines.
• Support Talent Management reporting by updating and consolidating regional indicators.
• Collaborate with the Global Learning and Development team and HR Business Partners to identify capability gaps and align learning content with business priorities.
• Support Local HR Business Partners in executing the annual NAM Training and Development plan and assist with budget management throughout the year.
• Measure and evaluate Learning program effectiveness, using data and insights to improve solutions and ensure return on learning investment.
• Coordinate the planning, logistics, and administration of regional in-person, virtual, or hybrid training sessions, and ensure sessions are registered on Workday.
• Manage training registrations, invitations, attendance tracking, and post-training evaluations using Workday and other L&D systems and tools.
• Promote continuous learning and development through regional and global L&D programs.
• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and programs on leadership, capability development, and managerial culture.
• Integrate diversity, inclusion, and engagement principles into training and development initiatives.

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop a career in an open and transparent culture.
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level