Assistant Vice President - Learning & Development

Puma Energy; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Puma Energy is seeking an experienced Learning and Development Manager to drive global training initiatives across regions. You will identify training needs, design robust learning solutions, and collaborate with stakeholders to align programs with business goals and budgets.

Responsibilities include leading e-learning and classroom delivery, managing budgets and vendors, and developing talent through coaching and career pathing.

Qualifications

• University degree in HR, psychology or OD.
• At least 10 years in training and development.
• Experience in global organizations, B2B/B2C, retail or supply chain.
• Proven L&D manager experience and knowledge of learning methods.
• Strong budgeting and project management skills.
• Proficient with LMS and e-learning platforms.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead global training needs evaluation and alignment with quality benchmarks.
• Design, implement and assess learning programs across regions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure delivery strategy alignment.
• Oversee e-learning content and classroom training delivery.
• Monitor execution, quality, and budget; negotiate contracts.
• Hire and manage L&D specialists; vendor coordination.
• Support e-Puma training delivery with IT SMEs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Vendor Management

LMS & e-Learning

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Organizational Development

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Main Purpose

The Learning and Development Manager will play a critical role in identifying global training needs, developing effective learning solutions, and driving organizational development strategies across multiple regions. Working closely with stakeholders, the incumbent will design, implement, and assess various training initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budget constraints, and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to evaluate, coordinate and manage Global Training Needs while meeting Quality benchmarks
• Create and execute robust learning strategies and programs tailored to organizational priorities
• Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to ensure alignment in training delivery and execution strategies.
• Implement various learning methods companywide (e.g. coaching, job-shadowing, online training)
• Design and deliver diverse training solutions, ranging from e-learning courses to workshops and blended learning programs.
• Suggest best solution in terms of cost, technology and resourcing
• Define training content delivery while monitoring execution and Quality
• Manage eLearning and classroom delivery content
• Assess the success of development plans and help employees make the most of learning opportunities
• Help managers develop their team members through career pathing
• Tracks budget and negotiate contracts (Identify synergies across regions gain economy of scale)
• Hire and oversee training and L&D Specialists
• Vendor Management & Coordination
• Fully support the e-Puma training delivery strategy in conjunction with IT SME's

Requirements:

Education:

• University degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development any related field

Experience:

• Minimum of10 years of progressive experience intraining, learning and development positions
• Demonstrated expertise in global organizations, ideally with exposure to B2B and B2C environments, including retail and/or supply chain industries.
• Proven experience as an L&D Manager,Training Manageror similar
• Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods
• Advanced understanding of learning methodologies, e-learning platforms, and implementation of best practices.
• Experience in project management and budgeting
• Proficient in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; sharp business acumen
• Ability to build rapport with employees and vendors

Leadership & behavioral Competencies:

• Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on execution and operational demands.
• Self-driven and autonomous working style, Excellent presentation and communication skills, on local level as well as at ExCom/senior management level
• Excellent intercultural skills to drive training initiatives across diverse global teams and environments.