Manager, Talent & Leadership Development (Supply Chain/Distribution Operations) **Overall Job Summary** The Manager, Training & Organization Development is responsible to direct the talent development and organization development initiatives for the Distribution Center Operations. They will drive and facilitate learning & leadership development, career development, talent management and succession planning processes through partnering with HR Business Partners, key business stakeholders, and within the Talent and Organization development team. **Location:** Brentwood/Nashville, TN **Travel:** This role will have some travel to the Distribution Centers. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)** + Lead the design, development, implementation and evaluation of development strategy, curriculum and high potential development programs for all leadership levels of assigned organization. + Facilitate talent assessments and reviews, direct talent management & succession planning process for assigned organization through partnering with HR Business Partners. + Oversee development planning process for key employees. + Direct the talent development programs through design, development & delivery of Tractor Supply University programs for all levels of the organization. + Lead the process to assess and evaluate organizational need for programs that facilitate the professional development, career development and succession planning of Team Members, emerging leaders and executives. + Create and oversee talent assessment strategy, providing expert coaching and facilitation. **Required Qualifications** Experience: 7+ years of experience in talent development program management, including directing, managing, designing, developing, facilitating, implementing and evaluating talent and organizational development initiatives. Experience leading training programs, designing, developing and delivering Leadership Development and Professional Development programs is required. Experience directing talent management & succession planning process is required. Experience supporting Distribution Center, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Operations preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Adult Education, or related field is preferred. Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Adult Education, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or related field is desired. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered. Professional Certifications: Certified Professional in Talent Development preferred. **Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities** + Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, and organizational development. + Ability to partner and consult with the business. + Ability to develop and organize a wide range of training content based on business need. + Problem-solving and project management skills. + Ability to coordinate multiple activities in an organized manner. + Ability to pull resources together to meet deadlines. + Ability to facilitate live learning events in multiple settings (i.e. classroom, conference call, web conference, etc.). + Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively to large groups and present to key leadership teams. + Program Management skills. + Strong analytical skills to evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs. + Ability to work as a business partner with all leadership levels within TSC. \#LI-DNI **Working Conditions** + Normal office working conditions + Occasional travel to stores, distribution centers, and other business locations **Physical Requirements** + Sitting + Standing (not walking) + Walking + Kneeling/Stooping/Bending + Driving a vehicle + Reaching overhead + Lifting up to 20 pounds **Disclaimer** _This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. 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