Capability Leader

TN United Kingdom; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Capability Leader to enhance the skills of their leaders and technical teams. This role involves developing effective training strategies, conducting GAP analyses, and championing continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic environment. You will play a crucial part in aligning learning with organizational goals, ensuring that training meets the needs of diverse employee groups. If you are passionate about fostering a culture of learning and development, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and developing training programs.
• Ability to conduct GAP analyses to identify training needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Learning & Development strategies.
• Champion Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Training and Development

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

GAP Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR

Technical Qualifications

Job description

Capability Leader Job Description

As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you.

You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. In this role, you will:

1. Develop the capability of our leaders and technical teams by providing access to necessary learning, leveraging technology, and aligning with the strategic goals of the business to improve performance.
2. Create the Learning & Development (L&D) strategy aligned with organizational and people strategies.
3. Ensure consistent application of the L&D strategy across the Mills.
4. Develop training plans based on current and future skill requirements, addressing competence gaps and needs.
5. Oversee the formation of training strategies and plans to address skill gaps and drive succession planning for critical roles.
6. Conduct GAP analyses based on FDP outcomes to identify training needs.
7. Champion Lean/Continuous Improvement manufacturing initiatives to drive efficiencies.
8. Design and implement Skills Matrices for day and technical employees, overseeing programs like learnerships and internships.
9. Monitor assessments and documentation processes within the Mills for quality assurance and record-keeping.
10. Support regional talent development programs.
11. Evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions and measure ROI, proposing best practices.
12. Develop alternative training methods if improvements are not achieved.
13. Update learning materials to align with the National Qualification Framework.
14. Lead capability development in new projects, customizing processes and coordinating training for new or upgraded machinery.
15. Manage relationships with training providers, overseeing SLAs and ensuring quality standards.
16. Use training planning to determine budgets and monitor training costs.

About Us

Kimberly-Clark’s brands include Huggies, Kleenex, Cottonelle, Scott, Kotex, Poise, Depend, and Kimberly-Clark Professional. Our products are used by millions daily, and our success is driven by talented professionals like you. We are committed to innovation, growth, and making a positive impact.

About You

You perform at your highest level, value a performance culture rooted in authentic caring, and are dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. You thrive in flexible work environments and are passionate about making a difference through your work.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Training and Development, or related experience.
• Technical qualifications are advantageous.
• Experience working with diverse employee groups and consulting at various organizational levels.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
• Design and development experience, preferably within manufacturing.

Benefits

Enjoy numerous benefits, details of which can be found at www.mykcbenefits.com. To apply, click the Apply button and complete the online application. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer, committed to reflecting the experiences of our consumers in our workforce. This role is for local candidates authorized to work in the country. Kimberly-Clark does not provide relocation support.

Location: Barrow Mill