Learning & Development Specialist (Contract to Hire)

Job Description

WE ARE A PRODUCT COMPANY.

We Are a Process Company.

ABOVE ALL, WE ARE A PEOPLE COMPANY.

The history of the Acushnet Company is tightly woven into the fabric of golf. From the start, we’ve been committed to enriching the experience of dedicated golfers through superior product performance, technological innovation, unmatched quality, and exceptional service. We are more than a collection of leading golf brands and products. We are a team united in our passion for the game. We are bridge builders who embrace our responsibility to leave our brands, businesses, communities, and the game of golf in a better position than when we started.

Together we live by the credo, “Autograph your work with excellence.” We earn our position as unrivaled leaders in every category in which we compete, striving for excellence in all that we do – from the performance and consistency of our products to our engagement with golfers and trade partners, to our commitment to creating a workplace built on diversity, inclusion, belonging and respect.

Summary:

Are you passionate about fostering growth and unleashing the potential within an organization? We are seeking a dynamic and driven Learning & Development Specialist to develop engaging and effective learning solutions with a proven track record supporting and analyzing performance management. You’ll play a pivotal part in supporting the talent development strategies and success of our people to address business needs and impact the associate experience.

Responsibilities:

• Learning Development and Delivery Develop, implement, and facilitate engaging learning programs and tools/resources to drive Associate development and productivity. Ensure alignment of learning and performance initiatives with organizational goals and values.
• System Administration Serve as the primary administrator for Learning Management System (Workday or SuccessFactors preferred) and Performance Management System. Manage user access, course catalogs, and performance evaluation processes within the systems. Provide technical support and training users on LMS and Performance Management functionality and best practices.
• Talent Development Support Coordinate and support the performance management and talent review processes, ensuring timely completion and adherence to the process. Develop and maintain Talent Development communications, e.g., intranet and email. Analyze data and metrics to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement, providing insights to inform decision-making. Proactively identify opportunities to enhance learning experiences and performance/talent management processes to drive organizational effectiveness.
• Learning Delivery Support Monitor and evaluate learning effectiveness, soliciting feedback from participants, and adjusting content as needed. Coordinate logistics for learning experiences, including scheduling, live/virtual room setup, and materials preparation.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field.
• 3+ years in talent development, performance management, and learning & development roles.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• LMS management, e.g., administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, delivery of learning content using LMS preferably Workday or SuccessFactors.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Skilled in facilitating/delivering in-person and virtual learning.
• Strong analytical skills - ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Learning admin role, SharePoint and eLearning authoring is a plus.
  
  

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About Us

Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Acushnet Company offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefit package consisting of medical & dental; 401 savings plan; tuition assistance; life & disability insurance; vacations/holidays; on-site wellness facilities; and generous product discounts.

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