Head of Learning- Mars Global Services

Company: Mars
Location: Hackettstown
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

The Head of Mars Global Services (MGS) Learning has responsibility for embedding the culture of learning at Mars through delivery of innovative learning experiences that take a learner centric approach to design, development & deployment of solutions at scale. This position reports to the VP MGS P&O (HR) and will work close with the Head of Strategic Capabilities in the Corporate Center to ensure the associate learning experiences meet the strategic needs of the business.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's Degree is required. MS/MBA is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience within a learning function, ideally in a corporate/shared service setting.
• Experience in Shared Service is preferred.
• Strategic/conceptual agility coupled with the ability to execute with excellence
• Proven track record of managing and building effective global teams
• Proven track record of developing strong relationships and aligning goals across diverse stakeholder groups and ability to navigate across functions to achieve results
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage complex cross-business projects given multiple competing priorities or perspectives
• A strong stakeholder focus with action orientation
• Experience as a learning professional
• Experience working directly with and influencing senior leaders
• Broad understanding of the market place as it relates to Learning & Development
  What would be your key responsibilities?
  
  Learning Strategy:
  
  As the Head of Learning and leader of the Shared Service, you will define the strategic roadmap for learning culture and how to best enable the strategic capability building plans developed by the Corporate Capability team. Ensures we maximize Mars U reach and provides a One Mars learning experience to our associates. Through external networks, stay abreast on external trends in learning and bring into Mars the latest innovations.
  
  Learning Experience:
  
  Responsible for the design, development & procurement of world class learning experiences. Deliver innovative, integrated learning programs that meet the needs of the business and Mars Associates and is aligned to the Mars U aspiration. Making sure our offerings are delivered through high impact, efficient, user-friendly learning products, and technologies.
  
  Operations Excellence:
  
  Responsible for the deployment of efficient, effective, fit for purpose and consistent learner experiences. Sets up and ensures we have the appropriate data and analytics for running Mars U and quickly adapting our learning offers. Owns the annual Mars U activity planning process, S&OP+ and learner communications to ensure MGS L has the capacity to deliver on business needs on time and within budget and remains visible with Mars Associates.
  
  Learning Technology Solutions:
  
  Responsible for the definition and execution of the learning technology ecosystem to support the Mars University Learning Strategy of providing consistent deployment of high-quality, learner centric learning technology solutions. Partners closely with Mars Digital Technologies to ensure ongoing alignment with HRIT strategy resulting in an integrated associate experience.
  
  What can you expect from Mars?
  
  
  • The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
  • An industry competitive compensation package including generous benefits (i.e., 401k, health, etc.)
  • Commitment to our Purpose and our Five Principles.
  • An environment where all Associates feel valued, supported and comfortable being themselves at work.
  • The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.
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