Learning and Development Specialist

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Markham, ON, CAN
In-Office
57K-75K Annually
Mid level
Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage and implement the Alchemy Learning Management System, develop role-specific training, and support employee engagement, onboarding, talent management, and culture initiatives. Analyze HR data and produce reports on training, turnover, demographics, recruitment, and engagement. Partner with HR and business teams on talent cycles, assessments, surveys, job fairs, and special projects while supporting HR systems, vendors, and employee experience programs.
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Job Summary:

 

Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture, the Learning and Development Specialist will focus primarily on Learning Management System implementation and management, employee engagement, talent management, and general Human Resources activities as they align to the enhancement of our culture and people at Sofina.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Assist in the implementation of Sofina’s new Alchemy Learning Management System.
  • Design, develop and implement role specific training.
  • Play a key role in the execution of projects related to the development of people and culture, targeting employee training, experience, and engagement.
  • Provide analysis and trends as it relates to employee data specifically on training completion, recruitment, turnover, and engagement.
  • Assist HR Generalist in the performing of exit interviews.
  • Support evolution and execution of employee Onboarding and Orientation.
  • Partner with Field HR team on engagement initiatives.
  • Produce data reports on turnover, demographics, learning and development activities.
  • Utilize employee survey portal, educate managers on its use and available tools to drive effectiveness.
  • Support and attend job fairs with universities and colleges to promote the company.
  • Provide support to Operations human resources team regarding talent acquisition systems, processes and vendors.
  • Collaborating with other Human Resources members on special projects.
  • Partnering with the business to manage Talent Management Cycle activities.
  • Collaborate with team on completion and debriefing of behavioural assessments.
  • Coordinate and support culture initiatives as required including Sofina Leadership Summit, People Day activities, etc.
  • Familiarity with Synthesia, Meta Compliance and other AI development tools is an asset.

 

Requirements:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or a related discipline preferred.
  • 3 – 5 years of corporate HR and related Training and Development experience.
  • Previous experience in T&D material design and delivery using multiple applications.
  • Strong working knowledge of LMS systems and ground up implementation.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with employees and external contacts at all levels, demonstrating strong influencing and negotiating skills.
  • Prior working knowledge of HCM/HRIS - experience with Ceridian Dayforce is preferred.
  • Articulate Storyline/360 and AI tools a plus.
  • Must possess experience with office automation tools.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and database software.
  • Ability to travel within the GTA and Nationally.
  • Familiarity of 360 tools and methodologies.
  • Bi-lingual in French an asset.

 

Job Posting Range:

 

  • Hiring Range: CAD $56,523 - $75,458
  • Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus up to 7% of base salary subject to the plan terms and conditions.
  • Please note that the expected hiring range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sofina.  The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, skillset of the candidate and internal equity.

 

This position is currently an active vacancy.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related discipline
  • 3–5 years of corporate HR and related training and development experience
  • Experience designing and delivering training and development materials using multiple applications
  • Strong working knowledge of LMS systems and ground-up implementation
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including influencing and negotiating skills
  • Working knowledge of HCM/HRIS systems
  • Experience with Ceridian Dayforce
  • Experience with Articulate Storyline/360 and AI tools
  • Experience with office automation tools
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database software
  • Ability to travel within the Greater Toronto Area and nationally
  • Familiarity with 360-degree tools and methodologies
  • Bilingual French language skills
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The Company
HQ: Malton
13,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1995

What We Do

Sofina Foods Inc. is a privately owned Canadian food manufacturer headquartered in Markham, Ontario. The company produces primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers, including branded and private-label pork, beef, fish, turkey, and chicken. Its operations span Canada and Europe, with brands such as Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher’s, Vienna, Zamzam, and Young’s Seafood.

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