Learning & Development Manager (SG)

Lidl & Kaufland Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual wage supplement

Discretionary bonus

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

5-day week

Competitive annual leave

Training sponsorship

Job summary

Lidl & Kaufland Asia seeks a forward-thinking Learning & Development Manager to spearhead organizational upskilling initiatives and AI integration strategy. You will design, deploy, and scale learning frameworks that address critical skill gaps and foster AI proficiency across all departments, ensuring our workforce remains agile and competitive in a digital-first landscape.

In coordination with senior leaders, architect enterprise-wide learning pathways, monitor KPIs, manage external training

Qualifications

• 6+ years of training experience in a multinational company.
• Experience setting up AI literacy programmes and AI integration.
• Experience working in multicultural environments and virtual teams.
• Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for upskilling and understanding new technology and trends.
• Track record of presenting and working directly with the leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Architect and execute enterprise-wide learning pathways end-to-end.
• Collaborate with leaders to forecast capability needs and growth.
• Curate blended learning experiences with INT L&D teams.
• Define and monitor KPIs to measure adoption and impact.
• Orchestrate internal mobility and job rotation programmes.
• Manage relationships with external training vendors and partners.
• Oversee content quality and alignment with standards.
• Engage with government bodies to align with national upskilling agendas.
• Draft and implement L&D policies and data reporting.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Multicultural experience

Leadership interaction

Job description

Summary

We seek a forward-thinking Learning & Development Manager to spearhead our organizational upskilling initiatives and AI integration strategy. You will be responsible for designing, deploying, and scaling comprehensive learning frameworks that address critical skill gaps and foster AI proficiency across all departments, ensuring our workforce remains agile and competitive in a digital-first landscape.

What you'll do

The holder of the position is responsible for the following areas in coordination with his / her superior:

• Architect and execute enterprise-wide learning pathways, encompassing end-to-end management from initial gap analysis to final programme delivery.
• Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate current competencies, forecast emerging talent requirements, and map strategic capability growth.
• Curate blended learning experiences in coordination with the International (INT) L&D team, including e-learning and workshops tailored to various learning styles and job levels.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure programme adoption, skill acquisition, and the overall impact on business performance.
• Orchestrate job rotation programmes and strategic internal mobility initiatives to promote continuous professional development and career progression.
• Identify and manage relationships with external training vendors, academic institutions, and tech partners to secure high-quality content aligned with INT standards.
• Oversee external providers to ensure that all training materials and content delivery meet established quality and performance benchmarks.
• Engage with government bodies and industry agencies to align organizational learning with national upskilling agendas and initiatives.
• Facilitate targeted training sessions as required to address evolving operational needs and maintain organizational work standards.
• Draft and implement L&D policies and procedures, ensuring accurate data reporting and analysis upon request.

What you'll need

• Minimum 6 years’ solid training experience in a multinational company
• Experience with setting-up AI literacy programmes and AI integration
• Experience working in multi-cultural environment and virtual teams
• Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills
• Passion for upskilling and understanding new technology and trends
• Track record of presenting and working directly with the leadership team

What you'll receive

We are dedicated to fostering a family-friendly culture and work environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates with the required skills and experience. We enable fair pay within the company by creating non-discriminatory salary systems. Working at Lidl & Kaufland Asia is rewarding, in every sense, because we give you the training to succeed in your role and plenty of opportunities to progress your career here. We are accredited as a Fair and Progressive employer by the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP).

Market Leading Remuneration Package:

• Annual wage supplement and discretionary bonus
• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance

Supportive Environment:

• Out of Office leave for important appointments
• In-house training courses
• Training sponsorship scheme

Work-life Balance:

• 5-day week
• Competitive Annual Leave
• Charity, Community and Sporting Events

If you are not invited for an interview within 4 weeks, we regret that your application was not suited to this vacancy.

For more company information, please feel free to visit: http://www.lidl.asia

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