Training Manager

About This Role

This role is responsible for assessing, designing, developing, and implementing training programs across the organization. The Training Manager will manage the delivery and evaluation of training, ensuring compliance and staying current with learning trends. The position suits a professional with strong leadership and project management skills who can foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assess organizational and individual training needs through performance reviews, surveys, and stakeholder input
• Design, develop, and implement training programs (onboarding, leadership, technical, soft skills, compliance, etc.)
• Manage the delivery of training through classroom sessions, workshops, e-learning, and blended learning formats
• Evaluate training effectiveness using metrics, feedback, and performance outcomes
• Manage training budgets, schedules, and resources
• Select and manage external training vendors and consultants when needed
• Develop training materials, manuals, presentations, and learning content
• Lead and mentor trainers or facilitators (if applicable)
• Ensure training programs comply with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Stay current with learning and development trends, tools, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field with 10 years relevant experience
• Proven experience in training, learning & development, or talent development
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Ability to analyze data and measure training impact
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Leadership and coaching
• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving
• Collaboration and stakeholder management
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset

About the Company

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials, and networking components. It is a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.