Global Lead Learning & Development and Training Management (f/m/d)

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Global Lead Learning & Development and Training Management (f/m/d) | Global Role | Berner Group

YOUR TASKS

In this role, you will combine strategic leadership with hands-on execution — globally, data-driven, and closely aligned with the business. Reporting to the Senior Director Talent, Leadership & Learning, you will shape and drive the global learning ecosystem across all regions.

Global Learning Strategy & Culture

• You continue to refine and drive our company-wide, harmonized learning strategy that fosters a culture of continuous development

• You create an environment that enables lifelong learning and embeds performance enablement and knowledge management into the flow of work

• Your approaches support our business transformation and accelerate business growth by applying modern technology, AI driven approaches and newest neuroscience insights for learning

• You establish global standards, frameworks, and governance for Learning & Development

Learning Portfolio & Program Excellence

• You design and oversee a high-quality, global learning portfolio, aligned with business priorities

• You ensure the effective development of impactful learning solutions (digital, blended, and classroom formats)

• You define guidelines and processes for learning in the flow of work, including learning transfer and sustainability measures

Learning Needs & Business Impact

• You support the identification of learning needs across functions, leadership levels, and regions

• You ensure learning initiatives are aligned with strategic priorities and deliver measurable impact

• You implement KPIs, reporting, and analytics to monitor effectiveness and continuously improve learning outcomes

Learning Technology & Innovation

• You drive the implementation and update of our global learning technology ecosystem

• You continuously screen external trends and innovations in digital learning and integrate them where relevant

• You leverage modern technologies, including AI, to enhance learning experience, scalability, and efficiency

Global Collaboration & Capability Building

• You manage a global team of learning technology specialists and instructional designers

• You enable and support and orchestrate local L&D teams to build strong digital and classroom training capabilities

• You foster collaboration across countries and functions to create synergies and share best practices

• You act as a key partner within the international HR organization and beyond

YOUR PROFILE

• Several years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Management, or related HR fields, ideally in an international environment

• Proven track record in building and implementing global learning strategies and frameworks

• Strong understanding of modern learning methodologies, digital learning, and learning technologies

• Experience with learning analytics, KPIs, and measuring learning effectiveness

• Hands-on mindset combined with strategic thinking and strong execution capability

• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to collaborate across functions and regions

• Fluent in English (C1); German is a plus

• University degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or a related field (or comparable qualification)

WHY BERNER

• Job bike leasing (JobRad)

• Commuting allowance

• Wellpass membership & corporate benefits

• Company pension scheme

• Opportunities for further training

• Technically modern equipped workplace

• Company restaurant in Künzelsau or meal vouchers in Cologne

• Attractive conditions for our products in the BERNER online shop

Apply Now – We’re Excited to Meet You!

Please submit your application via our online form, including your availability and salary expectations.

The BERNER Group is a European trading company serving professionals in the mobility, construction, and industrial sectors. We are the leading B2B specialist and an innovative manufacturer of chemical products. Our purpose is: “We are pushing the limits of the possible for the shapers of a better tomorrow.” With our strong brands - BERNER, BTI by BERNER, and CCS - we empower our customers to keep their businesses running successfully.

Join our team and shape the future with us!

The BERNER Group as employer, dare to differentiate ourselves and provide every employee the opportunity to and enable them to dare to be more.  Together, we push our own limits and contribute to shape a better tomorrow.