Director, Global Talent Development

Job Posting Start Date 03-03-2025 Job Posting End Date 05-05-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

The Director of Global Talent Development defines the strategy, implementation and improvement of solutions that build organizational talent now and for the future. Leads talent development for the organization by assessing needs, designing solutions and implementing effective methods for sustaining a growth and learning culture. Supports the organization in achieving business objectives through learning for all, high potential development, leadership/executive development, reskilling/upskilling the workforce, and optimization of learning technology and platforms. Partners with the business and HR Business Partners to drive development actions for critical and high potential talent. Responsible for building and leading a team of L&D professionals and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a robust talent pipeline. This role is located at our Corporate HQ in Austin, Texas.

What a typical day looks like:

• Develop and execute an enterprise-wide talent development strategy.
• Identify current and future skills gaps and design initiatives to address these needs.
• Lead the succession planning process for the organization.
• Gain a deep understanding of our industry, market trends, and business priorities to ensure development initiatives are relevant and impactful.
• Lead the design and implementation of development initiatives and programs for defined audiences.
• Define, implement, and report on metrics that are meaningful to business leaders.
• Work seamlessly across various departments, building strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure talent development initiatives are integrated and aligned with overall business strategy.
• Build a robust pipeline of talent from early career to senior executive levels.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends and best practices in succession planning and talent development, bringing innovative and practical solutions to our organization.
• Travel - 10-15%

Here's what we're looking to add to our team:

• 10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Leadership Development, Talent Management or Organization Development
• 5+ years of experience leading teams
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to work with leaders to define learning needs
• Understanding of adult development and behavior change
• Ability to innovate and think creatively about learning solutions, technology, and adoption
• Experience managing/implementing a learning technology ecosystem to include AI other non-traditional technologies

Here are some preferred experiences:

• Preferred Hogan, Insights Discovery

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job CategoryHuman Resources

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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