Training Specialist (Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23452) na STIHL

About Us

As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand.  Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

We are seeking a Training Specialist to join the team. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!

Why You’ll Love Working at STIHL:

• Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
• Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center for employees and eligible family members
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
• Robust retirement offerings including:
  • A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
  • A 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off including Vacation, Sick Time, and 11 Paid Holidays
• A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and facilitates leadership development programs, including a multi-year leadership program aimed at training Leads to Vice Presidents, lunch-and-learn development series, Gallup StrengthsFinder and other training solutions identified through consultation with business leaders.
• Delivers training in both in-person and virtual formats, ensuring accessibility and engagement across diverse employee groups.
• Creates self-paced e-learning modules to support flexible, on-demand learning.
• Builds and manages relationships with external training vendors and consultants. Supports procurement processes and collaborates on curriculum development to ensure alignment with company standards and strategic goals.
• Coordinates and maintains the organizational training calendar, ensuring timely delivery and resource availability.
• Supports the Senior Manager of Talent Development in executing employee development initiatives such as 360-degree feedback reviews, succession planning, the Territory Manager Enrichment Program and the Business Residency Program.
• Organizes educational outreach programs for high school and post-secondary institutions, including the Manufacturing Technology Summer Camp.
• Oversees training room operations, ensuring facilities are equipped to support the training strategy. Partners with management and the Senior Manager of Talent Development to evaluate and recommend appropriate equipment.
• Contributes to cross-functional HR project teams, helping to design and implement initiatives that enhance organizational and employee effectiveness.
• Maintains and updates content and data within the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Collects and reports on the effectiveness of development programs using established evaluation methods. Assists in budget analysis, monthly reporting, and validation of training metrics and records.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Specifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of related work experience in training, adult education or instructional design
• Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (UKG) preferred
• Gallup Strengths Finders certified preferred