Sr. Mgr, Lrng & Org Dev

General Information

Job ID
ATR50941

Posting Job Title
Sr. Mgr. Learning & Development, Operations

Locations
GA Atlanta Headquarters

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
18-Apr-2025

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity

Smurfit Westrock is looking for a dynamic, results-driven learning & development senior manager who can deeply understand and integrate the business strategy, talent strategy and workforce dynamics to enable Smurfit Westrock's businesses to execute on their priorities.

This exciting career opportunity will utilize the successful candidate's learning & development experience when partnering with HRBPs, Business Leaders and COEs to develop a variety of innovative solutions for Smurfit Westrock.

The incumbent will report to the Learning & Development Senior Director for North America and will be part of the L&D leadership team responsible for embedding learning & development strategies within the business. Success will be measured by the adoption of Smurfit Westrock's learning & development curriculum and outcomes related to operational capability building.

Responsibilities:

As the Senior Manager, Operational Capability, you will:

• Design and manage the Operational Capability learning curriculum for Smurfit Westrock's North America region.
• Leverage technology and develop creative, innovative ways to enhance the organization's ability to deliver effective and efficient training programs, utilizing cutting-edge learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and other educational technologies.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a matrixed team of L&D professionals, fostering a culture of continuous development and high performance.
• Assess skill gaps and training needs across the business.
• Utilize a variety of learning modalities, including e-learning, instructor-led training, workshops, and hands-on technical sessions.
• Measure the effectiveness of learning interventions through robust evaluation methods and utilize data to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in L&D to ensure that Smurfit Westrock remains at the forefront of learning and development best practices.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in learning and development or related field.
• Proven success in designing and implementing enterprise-wide learning and development strategies in a large, complex business organization resulting in meaningful outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.
• Experience with learning management systems, e-learning platforms, and other educational technologies.
• Excellent internal consulting skills with the ability to influence cross-functional peers and leaders.
• An entrepreneurial spirit, deep curiosity, and strong critical thinking skills.
• Naturally collaborative with others, having worked in a matrixed organization to achieve organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.
• Quick pace, self-starter, able to learn and iterate quickly.
• Experience leading projects/workstreams with or without direct reporting authority utilizing best practice frameworks and tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality.
• Global industry experience is beneficial (corrugated, food service, folding carton packaging, manufacturing) but not required.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive leadership development with career growth opportunities.
• An attractive total rewards package reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.