Talent Development Manager

Description

Talent Development Manager

The Waldinger Corporation \| Des Moines, IA

About The Role

At Waldinger, talent development has a real impact on how our people and organization grow. We're looking for an experienced L\&D professional to lead our learning initiatives — bringing both the strategic vision to shape direction and the hands-on expertise to deliver results.

What You'll Own

• Learning Programs: Oversee and evolve a comprehensive suite of learning initiatives, ensuring they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Needs Assessment \& Analysis: Identify skill gaps and opportunities across the organization, using data and stakeholder input to inform priorities.
• Training Facilitation: Facilitate sessions and coordinate with internal and external facilitators to maintain consistently high-quality delivery.
• Impact Measurement \& Reporting: Track outcomes and ROI, and share regular insights with senior leadership to guide continued investment in learning.
• Technology \& Platforms: Leverage LMS tools and virtual learning solutions to keep programs scalable and accessible.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Work closely with leaders across the business to keep talent development connected to what the organization needs most.

What You Bring

• 5–7 years of L\&D experience across the full lifecycle — strategy, design, delivery, and measurement
• Bachelor's in HR, Education, Business, or related field; master's in Organizational Development or equivalent preferred
• Strong instincts for instructional design, facilitation, and learning technology
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and translating business needs into learning solutions

What You Get

• Health, dental \& vision insurance
• 401k with company match \& profit-sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education \& advancement opportunities
• Paid holidays \& vacation
• Wellness plan \& lifestyle spending account
• Health club reimbursement
• Life, AD\&D \& prepaid legal

The Waldinger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. E-Verify participant.